What is the meaning of corteous?

"Couteous" is not a standard English word. It appears to be a misspelling of "courteous."

Courteous means polite, respectful, and considerate in behavior or speech.

Here are some synonyms for courteous:

* Polite

* Respectful

* Considerate

* Gracious

* Mannerly

* Well-mannered

* Thoughtful

* Deferential

Example:

"The customer service representative was very courteous and helpful."