discourteous

[US]/dɪsˈkɜːtiəs/
[UK]/dɪsˈkɜːrtiəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. impolite, rude, lacking courtesy

Example Sentences

it would be unkind and discourteous to decline a visit.

I was offended by his discourteous reply.

It is discourteous to interrupt someone while they are speaking.

She received discourteous treatment from the customer service representative.

His discourteous behavior offended many of his colleagues.

Ignoring someone's greeting is considered discourteous in many cultures.

Using foul language is a discourteous way to communicate with others.

It's discourteous to leave without saying goodbye.

The guest's discourteous behavior caused tension at the dinner party.

She was shocked by the discourteous response she received from the manager.

He was reprimanded for his discourteous remarks during the meeting.

Ignoring someone's request for help is discourteous and unkind.

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