as in disrespect
rude behavior
I won't tolerate incivility, and that includes text messaging while I'm speaking
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Recent Examples of incivility
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Before the discussion, SHRM's Chief Human Resources Officer Jim Link shared opening remarks about current incivility in the workplace.
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Research published in Harvard Business Review demonstrates that incivility can lead to reduced productivity, lower employee engagement, and increased turnover rates.
—Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Conversely, workplaces that see high rates of turnover, burnout and absenteeism may see higher incidents of workplace incivility.
—Sandy Harvey, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
In today’s work environment, leaders cannot afford to lose time and talent due to the ripple effects of incivility.
—Sandy Harvey, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Research published in Harvard Business Review demonstrates that incivility can lead to reduced productivity, lower employee engagement, and increased turnover rates.
—Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Conversely, workplaces that see high rates of turnover, burnout and absenteeism may see higher incidents of workplace incivility.
—Sandy Harvey, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
In today’s work environment, leaders cannot afford to lose time and talent due to the ripple effects of incivility.
—Sandy Harvey, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for incivility
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incivility
Noun
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The three Māori lawmakers declined to appear before the committee during its investigation, citing disrespect for their cultural traditions.—
Julia Zhong,
NBC news,
5 June 2025
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Kelce saw some disrespect in those rankings, coming in at No. 7 on the list.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Regardless of your intentions, performing extra chores beyond cleaning up after yourself can be perceived as a sign of respect or rudeness.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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Gone was the discord and rudeness that is often synonymous with the Big Apple.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
25 May 2025
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“Incivility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incivility. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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