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discourtesy::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | disrespect |
| Type of | content, substance, message, subject matter |
| Has types | contumely, contempt, cheek, derogation, revilement, ridicule, blasphemy, impertinence, scorn, vilification, impudence, abuse, disparagement, derision, insult, depreciation |
discourtesy::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | rudeness |
| Type of | personal manner, manner |
| Has types | abruptness, boorishness, brusqueness, cheekiness, contempt, crust, curtness, disrespect, freshness, gall, gruffness, impertinence, impoliteness, impudence, incivility, insolence, shortness, ungraciousness |
Examples of discourtesy
discourtesy
It looks into excessive delay, mistakes, discourtesy of staff, and the use of discretion.
From the thisismoney.co.uk
In a rare discourtesy, her old university refused her an honorary degree.
From the guardian.co.uk
A quintessentially well-mannered biographer, he winces when she is treated with discourtesy.
From the thisislondon.co.uk
Whatever the reason it was totally unprofessional and a great discourtesy to Ms Boyle's paying public.
From the thisisbristol.co.uk
In Indianapolis on 5 February, the Patriots will have the chance to repay that discourtesy, with interest.
From the independent.co.uk
A bland and deadly discourtesy is not enough to go on.
From the guardian.co.uk
At times Brezhnev's manner turned into downright discourtesy.
From the time.com
Mr Oborne's views were entirely his own and we have apologised to Mr Altafaj-Tardio for the discourtesy he was shown.
From the bbc.co.uk
Rolling my eyes, I would think about the extreme discourtesy of this parent and how I would handle things differently.
From the ocregister.com
- Disrespect: an expression of lack of respect
- A manner that is rude and insulting
- A lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
- Lack of courtesy; rudeness; A rude act
