discourtesy
lack or breach of courtesy; incivility; rudeness.
a discourteous or impolite act.
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How to use discourtesy in a sentence
I didn't mean to convey any discourtesy and I apologise if I did.
This was not done; but during several days the ill humour of the Lower House showed itself by a studied discourtesy.
The History of England from the Accession of James II. | Thomas Babington MacaulayFor a wise man, he seems never to have been sufficiently aware how much offence is given by discourtesy in small things.
The History of England from the Accession of James II. | Thomas Babington MacaulayBut Miss Mildmay did not resent the little discourtesy—her mind was pursuing its own train of thought. '
Robin Redbreast | Mary Louisa MolesworthThe girl will not resent indifference, even discourtesy and neglect, if only her aim is accomplished.
The Leaven in a Great City | Lillian William Betts
Was this an intentional act of discourtesy on the part of the viceroy?
Celebrated Travels and Travellers | Jules Verne
British Dictionary definitions for discourtesy
/ (dɪsˈkɜːtɪsɪ) /
bad manners; rudeness
a rude remark or act
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