Uncivil

usgb/ˌʌnˈsɪvl/
adjective

Not polite, kind, or courteous.

It is uncivil to not say 'please' and 'thank you'.
Visual representation of "uncivil" - Not polite, kind, or courteous.

Often appears as...

  • uncivil behavior
  • uncivil remarks

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Disapproving

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Social Expectations

Understanding 'uncivil' helps you avoid actions that are considered socially unacceptable or impolite.

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Talking loudly during a movie is deemed uncivil.
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Cultural Sensitivity

'Uncivil' can vary between cultures; what’s polite in one place might be uncivil in another.

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Refusing a handshake might appear uncivil in some cultures.
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Escalating Conflict

Using 'uncivil' can indicate that someone's behavior is not just rude, but could escalate tensions.

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Her uncivil reply sparked an argument.
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