courtesy
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/ˈkɜːtəsi/
English
Definitions
noun
- Polite behavior.“He was always known for his grace, kindness, and courtesy to people of every rank.”
- A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice.“I offered them a ride simply as a courtesy.”
- Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.“They call this pond a lake by courtesy only.”
- Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.“They received free advertising through the courtesy of the local newspaper.”
adjective
- Given or done as a polite gesture.“We paid a courtesy visit to the new neighbors.”
- Supplied free of charge.“The event planners offered courtesy tickets for the reporters.”
verb
- To make a curtsey.“The hotel's staff variously curtsied, nodded, and bowed to the owner as she passed.”
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Synonyms
complimentaryfree of chargegratisgood mannerspolitenesscourteousnesspolitecourteouscivilitydecencydeferencegoodwillcomityfriendlinessgraciouslykindlykindnesscompliment