Courtesy vs. Gesture — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Courtesy and Gesture
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Courtesy
Courtesy (from the word courteis, from the 12th century) is gentle politeness and courtly manners. In the Middle Ages in Europe, the behaviour expected of the nobility was compiled in courtesy books.
Gesture
A gesture is a form of non-verbal communication or non-vocal communication in which visible bodily actions communicate particular messages, either in place of, or in conjunction with, speech. Gestures include movement of the hands, face, or other parts of the body.
Courtesy
The showing of politeness in one's attitude and behaviour towards others
He treated the players with courtesy and good humour
Gesture
A movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning
So much is conveyed by gesture
Alex made a gesture of apology
Courtesy
A curtsy.
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Gesture
Make a gesture
She gestured meaningfully with the pistol
Courtesy
Polite behavior.
Gesture
A motion of the limbs or body made to express or help express thought or to emphasize speech.
Courtesy
A polite gesture or remark.
Gesture
The action of making such a motion or motions
Communicated solely by gesture.
Courtesy
Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence
They call this pond a lake by courtesy only.
Gesture
An act or a remark made as a formality or as a sign of intention or attitude
Sent flowers as a gesture of sympathy.
Courtesy
Willingness or generosity in providing something needed
Free advertising through the courtesy of the local newspaper.
Gesture
To make gestures.
Courtesy
Given or done as a polite gesture
Paid a courtesy visit to the new neighbors.
Gesture
To show, express, or direct by gestures
Gestured her disapproval.
Courtesy
Free of charge
Courtesy tickets for the reporters.
Gesture
A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech.
The middle-finger gesture is really a nonverbal swear.
This Web browser can be controlled with mouse gestures.
Courtesy
(uncountable) Polite behavior.
Please extend them the courtesy of your presence.
He was always known for his grace, kindness, and courtesy to people of every rank.
Gesture
An act or a remark that serves as a formality or as a sign of attitude.
We took flowers as a gesture of sympathy.
Courtesy
(countable) A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice.
I offered them a ride simply as a courtesy.
Gesture
(GUI) A motion made with a pointing device, or on a touchscreen, that is recognised by the system as a command.
Courtesy
(uncountable) Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.
They call this pond a lake by courtesy only.
Gesture
(obsolete) The manner of carrying the body; position of the body or limbs; posture.
Courtesy
(uncountable) Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.
They received free advertising through the courtesy of the local newspaper.
[on a label, caption, etc.] Courtesy the Smith Foundation: [e.g.] use of this image was allowed through the courtesy of the Smith Foundation.
Gesture
(intransitive) To make a gesture or gestures.
My dad told me never to gesture with my hands when I talk.
Never gesture at someone using your middle finger: it may be perceived as an insult.
Courtesy
A curtsey.
Gesture
(transitive) To express something by a gesture or gestures.
He gestured his disgust.
Courtesy
(law) The life interest that the surviving husband has in the real or heritable estate of his wife.
Gesture
(transitive) To accompany or illustrate with gesture or action.
Courtesy
Alternative form of curtsey
Gesture
Manner of carrying the body; position of the body or limbs; posture.
Accubation, or lying down at meals, was a gesture used by many nations.
Courtesy
Given or done as a polite gesture.
We paid a courtesy visit to the new neighbors.
Gesture
A motion of the body or limbs expressive of sentiment or passion; any action or posture intended to express an idea or a passion, or to enforce or emphasize an argument, assertion, or opinion.
Humble and reverent gestures.
Grace was in all her steps, heaven in her eye,In every gesture dignity and love.
Courtesy
Supplied free of charge.
The event planners offered courtesy tickets for the reporters.
Gesture
To accompany or illustrate with gesture or action; to gesticulate.
It is not orderly read, nor gestured as beseemeth.
Courtesy
Politeness; civility; urbanity; courtliness.
And trust thy honest-offered courtesy,With oft is sooner found in lowly sheds,With smoky rafters, than in tapestry wallsAnd courts of princes, where it first was named,And yet is most pretended.
Pardon me, Messer Claudio, if once moreI use the ancient courtesies of speech.
Gesture
To make gestures; to gesticulate.
The players . . . gestured not undecently withal.
Courtesy
An act of civility or respect; an act of kindness or favor performed with politeness.
My lord, for your many courtesies I thank you.
Gesture
Motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling
Courtesy
Favor or indulgence, as distinguished from right; as, a title given one by courtesy.
Gesture
The use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
Courtesy
An act of civility, respect, or reverence, made by women, consisting of a slight depression or dropping of the body, with bending of the knees.
The lady drops a courtesy in token of obedience, and the ceremony proceeds as usual.
Gesture
Something done as an indication of intention;
A political gesture
A gesture of defiance
Courtesy
To make a respectful salutation or movement of respect; esp. (with reference to women), to bow the body slightly, with bending of the knes.
Gesture
Show, express or direct through movement;
He gestured his desire to leave
Courtesy
To treat with civility.
Courtesy
A courteous or respectful or considerate act
Courtesy
A courteous or respectful or considerate remark
Courtesy
A courteous manner
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