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courtliness

court·ly
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [kawrt-lee, kohrt-]
    • /ˈkɔrt li, ˈkoʊrt-/
    • /ˈkɔːt.li/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kawrt-lee, kohrt-]
    • /ˈkɔrt li, ˈkoʊrt-/

Definitions of courtliness word

  • adjective courtliness polite, refined, or elegant: courtly manners. 1
  • adjective courtliness flattering; obsequious. 1
  • adjective courtliness noting, pertaining to, or suitable for the court of a sovereign. 1
  • adverb courtliness in a courtly manner; politely or flatteringly. 1
  • noun courtliness The quality of being courtly; refinement of manners. 1

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Origin of courtliness

First appearance:

before 1400
One of the 24% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1400-50; See origin at court, -ly

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Parts of speech for Courtliness

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

courtliness popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 87% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 66% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

courtliness usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for courtliness

noun courtliness

  • courtesy — Courtesy is politeness, respect, and consideration for others.
  • courage — Courage is the quality shown by someone who decides to do something difficult or dangerous, even though they may be afraid.
  • fairness — the state, condition, or quality of being fair, or free from bias or injustice; evenhandedness: I have to admit, in all fairness, that she would only be paid for part of the work.
  • valiance — valiant nature or quality; valor; bravery; courage.
  • politeness — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.

Antonyms for courtliness

noun courtliness

  • cowardice — Cowardice is cowardly behaviour.
  • fear — a river in SE North Carolina. 202 miles (325 km) long.
  • humbleness — not proud or arrogant; modest: to be humble although successful.
  • humility — the quality or condition of being humble; modest opinion or estimate of one's own importance, rank, etc.
  • impoliteness — not polite or courteous; discourteous; rude: an impolite reply.

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