Associations to the word «Courteous»

Wiktionary

COURTEOUS, adjective. Showing regard or thought for others; especially, displaying good manners or etiquette.

Dictionary definition

COURTEOUS, adjective. Exhibiting courtesy and politeness; "a nice gesture".
COURTEOUS, adjective. Characterized by courtesy and gracious good manners; "if a man be gracious and courteous to strangers it shows he is a citizen of the world"-Francis Bacon.

Wise words

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.
Leo Buscaglia