courtesy

Courtesy is beliefs and actions related to being polite and respectful.

Example: Our teachers treated us with courtesy and kindness.

A courtesy is something you do for someone to make things nicer for them, but for which you are not paid.

Example: She sent you the photo as a small courtesy.

If you receive something courtesy of someone else, they have provided it for free.

Example: All photos are courtesy of the city of Mississauga.

A courtesy title is one that people call you, even though it has no true basis.

Example: Eveyone called the prince the Duke of Eaves as a courtesy title.