Synonyms for
Knight
Definition
A knight is a man who served his king or lord in a military capacity. Knights were known for their bravery, loyalty, and chivalry.
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Common collocations
- knight in shining armor
- order of the knight
- brave knight
- noble knight
- knight errant
- knight bachelor
- knight templar
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'to knight' refers to the ceremony of conferring knighthood. The noun 'knight' historically refers to a medieval warrior, but can also be used metaphorically for a chivalrous person.
Example sentences
- The knight fought bravely in the jousting tournament.
- The king knighted the brave soldier for his heroic actions.
- The knight rode his horse through the forest.
- The knight wore a suit of armor to protect himself in battle.
- The princess fell in love with the handsome knight who saved her from the dragon.
Quotes
'I am a knight, and my oath is to protect the innocent and uphold justice.' - Batman
'I'm the last person to tell you that you need a guy to make you happy. But if you meet one who makes your heart beat faster, makes you feel all tingly, and sends shivers up your spine, then by all means, go for it.' - Meg Cabot
'A knight in shining armor is a man who has never had his metal tested.' - Anonymous