Definition

A behavior or action that is rude or disrespectful to others.

Example

His incivility during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.

Conversation

Did you notice the incivility at the meeting yesterday?

Yeah, it was really surprising how rude some people were.

I think we should address the incivility to make things better next time.

Definitely! A little respect goes a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incivility → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "civility" (from Latin "civilitas", meaning citizenship or politeness). The word "incivility" refers to a lack of politeness or rudeness, indicating behavior that is not civil or courteous.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being added to 'civility', which means politeness. This helps you remember that incivility means a lack of politeness.

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