discourteously
|dis-cour-te-ous-ly|
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/dɪsˈkɜrtiəsli/
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/dɪsˈkɜːtiəsli/
(discourteous)
lacking respect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'discourteous' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'discourteis,' where 'dis-' meant 'not' and 'courteis' meant 'courteous.'
Historical Evolution
'discourteis' transformed into the modern English word 'discourteous.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not courteous,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is rude or lacking in courtesy.
He spoke discourteously to the waiter.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41