How to spell COURTIEOUS correctly?

If you frequently misspell the word "courtieous", fear not! The correct spelling is actually "courteous". Remember to drop the extra 'i' in the middle and replace it with an 'e.' Stay attentive to such minor details to ensure your writing exudes politeness and respect.

• courteous The courteous clerk kindly showed me where the restroom was located.
• courtiers The king was surrounded by loyal courtiers who never left his side.

Putrefication

• nitrification
• petrifaction
• purification
• putrefaction
• putrification
• vitrification