courteous

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Etymology

From Middle English curteis, from Old French curteis (French courtois), from cort (“court”).

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courteous (comparative more courteous, superlative most courteous)

  1. Showing regard or thought for others; especially, displaying good manners or etiquette.
    Synonyms: see Thesaurus:polite
    Antonyms: discourteous, uncourteous; see also Thesaurus:impolite
    a courteous gentleman   a courteous gesture

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