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uncivility

uncivility
Noun

This term describes a breach of social etiquette or a failure to maintain the expected standards of politeness. It often carries a tone of disappointment or shock, suggesting that the behavior deviates from a presumed norm of courtesy. While rudeness is a general term, uncivility specifically implies a lack of the "civility" required for a functioning, respectful society.

In a broader sociological sense, the word describes a systemic breakdown of order and mutual respect. It shifts from describing an individual's bad mood to describing a collective atmosphere of hostility or chaos, where the basic rules of civilized interaction are ignored or discarded.

Meanings

Noununcivility

Behavior that is rude, impolite, or lacks the expected social graces and courtesy.

The sudden uncivility of the clerk surprised the customers.

Noununcivility

A state of social disorder or a lack of civilized conduct within a community or society.

Historians noted the general uncivility that gripped the city during the riots.

Examples

I cannot tolerate such blatant uncivility in my classroom.

School Life

The sheer uncivility of the crowd during the protest was alarming.

Why is there so much uncivility in online discussions these days?

Why is there so much uncivility in online discussions these days?

He apologized for his uncivility after realizing how rude he had been.

He apologized for his uncivility after realizing how rude he had been.

Apology

The board meeting descended into a display of professional uncivility.

The board meeting descended into a display of professional uncivility.

Business

I wonder if this level of uncivility is just a symptom of a decaying society.

I wonder if this level of uncivility is just a symptom of a decaying society.

The diplomat was shocked by the uncivility he encountered at the summit.

The diplomat was shocked by the uncivility he encountered at the summit.

Business

A sudden wave of uncivility swept through the city as the riots began.

A sudden wave of uncivility swept through the city as the riots began.

History

Please excuse my uncivility but I simply cannot listen to this any longer.

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