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Word of the Day: INCIVILITY

Aug 20, 2023
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incivility (noun) - impolite or unsociable speech, behavior, or treatment of others [in-suh-vil-i-tee] 

BREAKDOWN: IN- (not) + CIV- (citizen, community) + -ITY (quality or state)

  • civility is civilized conduct or formal courtesy and politeness as a way of showing respect to others

“Incivility is the extreme of pride; it is built on the contempt of mankind.” —John G. Zimmerman

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