discourteously
/dɪˈskɜː.ti.əs.li/ (bre, ipa) · /dɪˈskɝː.t̬i.əs.li/ (ame, ipa)
discourteously — adverb
1. in a manner that shows bad manners and too little respect for other people's fee
in a manner that shows bad manners and too little respect for other people's feelings
After waiting an hour, Henry still spoke discourteously to the nurse.
speak discourteously to [someone]
The email was worded so discourteously that the supplier refused to reply.
worded discourteously
When Eve asked for help, the guard waved her away discourteously.
Customers who treat staff discourteously may be asked to leave.
During the training session, Ryo laughed discourteously at Padma's question.
- rudely
the everyday choice and usually stronger in spoken English
- impolitely
more neutral and focused on bad manners rather than attitude
- disrespectfully
stresses a lack of respect, especially toward authority or status
- politely
with good manners and consideration for others
- courteously
in a more formal, deliberately respectful way
- respectfully
showing clear respect in tone or behavior
文法句型
discourteously + verb (e.g. speak, reply, behave)
verb + discourteously
treat [someone] discourteously
用法筆記
A formal word, often found in written complaints, workplace rules, or official reports rather than casual conversation. Common with verbs like speak, reply, treat, and behave when the focus is on failing to show basic courtesy.