curteisly

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From curteis +‎ -ly (adverbial suffix).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /kurˈtæi̯sliː/, /ˈkurtisliː/, /-lit͡ʃ(ə)/

Adverb

curteisly

  1. Elegantly, politely; in a refined way.
  2. Courteously, charitably, kindly.
  3. In a way showing due deference; respectfully, humbly.

Descendants

  • English: courteously

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