courtesy
Translation
courtesy, politeness, civility
Examples
He treated the guests with great courtesy.
He treated the guests with great courtesy.
She had the courtesy to call and apologize.
She had the courtesy to call and apologise.
Grammar Patterns
the courtesy ((to do sth.)) the politeness to do something She had the courtesy to apologize.
Similar Words
Synonyms: politeness, civility, graciousness; Antonyms: rudeness, discourtesy
Etymology
From Old French 'curteisie', meaning 'courtliness'. It's the noun form of the adjective 'courteous'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'courteous'. If you have 'courtesy', you are 'courteous'.