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curtsy Synonyms

Another word for curtsy

Choosing another word for curtsy depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A traditional gesture of respect or greeting made primarily by women and girls, performed by placing one foot behind the other and bending the knees while lowering the body slightly.

Usage Example

"The ballerina offered a graceful bow to the applauding audience at the end of the performance."

Strong
bow
reverence
obeisance
Weak
genuflection

• verb (Context 2)

To perform a curtsy by bending the knees with one foot behind the other as a formal sign of respect or greeting.

Usage Example

"The young girl curtsied politely when she was introduced to the visiting dignitary."

Strong
bow
Weak
genuflect

• Nearby Words

curtains
curtly
curtness
curtsy
curuba
curvaceous
curvaceously

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Curtsy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/curtsy
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