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Courteously vs Obeisant - What's the difference?

courteously | obeisant |

As an adverb courteously

is in a courteous manner; with obliging civility or condescension; politely.

As an adjective obeisant is

courteously deferential and respectful.

courteously

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In a courteous manner; with obliging civility or condescension; politely.

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    obeisant

    English

    Alternative forms

    * obeisaunt (obsolete) * obeysant (obsolete) * obeysaunt (obsolete)

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • courteously deferential and respectful.

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