Courtesy

/ˈkɜːtəsi/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Courtesy

noun

  1. Polite behavior.

    "He was always known for his grace, kindness, and courtesy to people of every rank."

  2. A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice.

    "I offered them a ride simply as a courtesy."

  3. Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.

    "They call this pond a lake by courtesy only."

  4. Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.

    "They received free advertising through the courtesy of the local newspaper."

  5. A curtsey.

adjective

  1. Given or done as a polite gesture.

    "We paid a courtesy visit to the new neighbors."

  2. Supplied free of charge.

    "The event planners offered courtesy tickets for the reporters."

verb

  1. To make a curtsey.

    "The hotel's staff variously curtsied, nodded, and bowed to the owner as she passed."

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