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Chivalrous

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Definition

Chivalrous means being courteous, honorable, and gallant, especially towards women.

Synonyms & similar words

gallant knightly gallant courteous honorable gentlemanly polite genteel considerate thoughtful kind noble brave valiant gallant heroic gallant chivalric knightly gallant upstanding gallant

Example sentences

  1. He opened the door for her, showing chivalrous behavior.
  2. The chivalrous knight rescued the princess from the dragon.
  3. He always says 'please' and 'thank you' because he is chivalrous.
  4. She appreciated his chivalrous act of offering his coat when she was cold.
  5. Being chivalrous means treating everyone with kindness and respect.

Quotes

  • A true knight is fuller of bravery in the midst, than in the beginning of danger. - Philip Sidney
  • Chivalry is the essence of being a gentleman. - Anonymous
  • Chivalry is not dead; it's just that most people have forgotten what it means. - Anonymous

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