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incivility

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈsɪvəltɪ]

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Learn how to use incivility in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(noun) incivility is when someone is rude or disrespectful to others. It can happen in conversations, at school, or even at work. It's when people don't treat each other nicely.

Example

She showed great kindness, and there was no incivility in her words.

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His incivility towards his classmates made it hard for anyone to work with him.

Example

Why do you think incivility is common in some discussions?

Context: “social behavior”

(noun) incivility can refer to lack of courtesy or politeness in public spaces. It includes behaviors like interrupting someone or being loud in quiet areas.

Example

The concert was enjoyable because everyone was respectful and showed no incivility.

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The crowd's incivility during the movie upset many people trying to enjoy it.

Example

What kind of incivility have you noticed in public places?

How to pronounce incivility

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈsɪvəltɪ]

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