Simple meaning
What does Courteous mean?
Courteous means polite and respectful.
Dictionary definition
Polite and respectful toward other people.
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Courteous in a sentence
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The story described a character as courteous.
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In class, we discussed how courteous behavior affects teamwork.
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The passage used courteous to show a character trait that shaped the conflict.
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Base word
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adjective
courteous
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What does courteous mean?
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