Meaning & use
courteously
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In a polite, respectful, and considerate manner.
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The receptionist courteously directed visitors to the correct office.
He courteously held the door open for the elderly couple.
A note on using this word
Derived from "courteous," which traces back to the polished behavior expected at a medieval royal court.
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rudelydiscourteously
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