Meaning of courteously in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈkərdiəsli/

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1. Adverb

   courteously

   Definitions

   1. in a polite manner

   Examples

   • « the policeman answered politely, 'Now look here, lady...' »

   Antonyms

   • impolitely
   • discourteously
   • rudely
   • showing bad manners
   • impolitely
   • discourteously
   • rudely
   • showing bad manners

Browse dictionary

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• courtesan
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