as in attentiveness
speech or behavior that is a sign of good breeding
a gentleman of unfailing courteousness
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for courteousness
Noun
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Steady, intentional eye contact conveys attentiveness and respect.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026 -
Good care requires a level of presence and attentiveness that just can’t be scaled.—
Jen Zamzow,
The Conversation,
17 Dec. 2025
Noun
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The fancy men are very rude to Tristan, which is terrible manners and therefore very UN-fancy, but Charlotte likes him.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 2026
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Multiple sources speak about his impressive handling of a tough situation, praising his politeness and professionalism.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Beyond simple politeness, being easy to talk to happens to be a powerful social and career advantage.—
John Bowe,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Kate Middleton incorporated daytime elegance into her royal wardrobe with a look by Edeline Lee on Thursday in London alongside Prince William.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Despite opening in 2015, this hotel has a timeless elegance that feels like a particularly luxurious stop on San Antonio's annual parade of homes tour.—
Diana Oates,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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Waves from bus drivers, greetings on the sidewalks of New York, a beer bought at a bar, a steak paid for at the Tap Room of the New York Athletic Club…courtesy, thoughtfulness, consideration…thanks!—
Timothy Cardinal Dolan,
New York Daily News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Partnerships deserve thoughtfulness as romantic Venus pokes jolly Jupiter, activating your 7th House of Connections and your 12th House of Karma.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Literally — rise up by elevating yourself in bed, courtesy of Coop Sleep Goods’ Adjustable Wedge Pillow, which can unblock breathing, alleviate everything from acid reflux to back aches, and, when propped under your legs, do wonders in the swelling department.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The editor is Christoph Bargfrede, with sound design courtesy of Marcel Walvisch.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Feb. 2026
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There’s a quixotic gallantry to appealing to a saner conservative and looking ahead to a post-Trump American politics.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
14 Aug. 2025
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Queen Elizabeth later awarded Beaton the George's Cross, Britain’s highest civilian award for gallantry, for his role in saving her daughter’s life, and bestowed honors on Callender, as well as the other policemen and onlookers who intervened.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Over the past five years, Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) has invested heavily in its American relationships, strategically increasing the number of US buyers and press on its hospitality program, to foster US retail growth for its brands and tap into rising demand.—
Andrea Bossi,
Vogue,
4 Feb. 2026
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Mark and Mitchell continued in the hospitality industry, pivoting to the casino business.—
Jackie Hajdenberg,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Courteousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/courteousness. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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