Synonyms for

Knights

Verb / naɪts / Another word for knights — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Knights are soldiers in the past who wore armor and rode horses.

Synonyms & similar words

dub horse knight horsemen cavalry lancers riders champions defenders protectors guards warriors paladins squires crusaders chevaliers esquires pals companions bannermen men-at-arms soldiers fighters

Synonyms by register

Formal

cavalier equestrian warrior

Informal

rider horseman

Literary

champion paladin hero

Antonyms

peasant serf commoner villager laborer worker

Common collocations

  • knight errant
  • knight templar
  • knight in shining armor
  • knight of the realm
  • knight of the round table
  • order of knights
  • young knight

Word family

noun knighthood
verb knight

Usage note

Primarily refers to a medieval mounted warrior. Can also be used figuratively for a chivalrous person.

Example sentences

  1. The knights protected the castle from invaders.
  2. King Arthur's knights were very brave.
  3. The young knight was nervous before his first jousting tournament.
  4. The knight unsheathed his sword and charged into battle.
  5. The princess fell in love with a handsome knight.

Quotes

  • I have no fear of depths and a great fear of shallow living. - Anais Nin
  • There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called yesterday and the other is called tomorrow, so today is the right day to love, believe, do and mostly live. - Dalai Lama
  • You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. - Wayne Gretzky

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