|
chiv·al·rous
chivalrous
|
|
- pronunciation:
- shI
vl
rs
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
having the honorable qualities of courage and loyalty.
a chivalrous warrior- synonyms:
- gallant, noble, stout-hearted, valiant
- antonyms:
- cowardly
- similar words:
- bold, brave, courageous, dauntless, doughty, faithful, indomitable, intrepid, lionhearted, loyal, stalwart, steadfast, true, valorous
|
definition 2: |
kind and courteous in a manner suggestive of chivalry.
The chivalrous host politely assisted his guests.- synonyms:
- gentlemanly, gracious
- antonyms:
- rude, ungentlemanly, ungracious
- similar words:
- courteous, courtly, gallant, magnanimous, mannerly, well-bred
|
definition 3: |
of or relating to chivalry.
- synonyms:
- courtly, gallant, knightly
- similar words:
- gentlemanly, high-minded, honorable, lofty, manly, noble, principled, righteous, romantic, stout-hearted, upright, valiant, virtuous
|
related words: |
big, genteel, heroic, polite, quixotic, romantic |
|
|
derivations: |
chivalrously (adv.), chivalrousness (n.) |
|
|