curtise

/kɜːrˈtaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to curtsy, especially as a sign of respect or courtesy

“She curtisied to the queen as a mark of respect.”

2. noun

a curtsy, especially as a sign of respect or courtesy

“She gave a curtise to the elderly woman.”

3. verb

to make something more polite or courteous

“The manager tried to curtise the company’s image by making some changes.”

Synonyms

  • bow
  • curtsy

Antonyms

  • insult
  • offend