incivility

[ in-suh-vil-i-tee ]
/ ˌɪn səˈvɪl ɪ ti /
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noun, plural in·ci·vil·i·ties for 2.

the quality or condition of being uncivil; discourteous behavior or treatment.
an uncivil act.

Origin of incivility

From the Late Latin word incīvīlitās, dating back to 1575–85. See in-3, civility

OTHER WORDS FROM incivility

in·civ·il [in-siv-uhl] /ɪnˈsɪv əl/, adjective

Words nearby incivility

incisors, incisory, incisure, incite, incitement, incivility, incl., inclasp, inclement, inclinable, inclination

Words related to incivility

disrespect, coarseness, rudeness, impoliteness

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British Dictionary definitions for incivility

incivility
/ (ɪnsɪˈvɪlɪtɪ) /

noun plural -ties

lack of civility or courtesy; rudeness
an impolite or uncivil act or remark