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Definition of discourtesy

discourtesy

/dɪsˈkɝːtəsi/
dis · cour · te · sy
Adverb:discourteously
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Plural:discourtesies
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Adjective:discourteous
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discourtesy Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Rude, inconsiderate, or impolite behavior; a lack of respect or good manners toward others.

Example

"The speaker apologized for the discourtesy of arriving twenty minutes late to the panel discussion."

2

A specific rude or inconsiderate act or remark.

Example

"She patiently overlooked the minor discourtesies of her stressed colleagues during the busy audit."

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• Rhymes for discourtesy

• Nearby Words

discourser
discourteous
discourteously
discourtesy
discover
discoverability
discoverable

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 14th century, the word combines the privative prefix 'dis-' with 'courtesy', which derives from Old French 'cortoisie' (refined manners befitting a royal court).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Discourtesy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/discourtesy
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