chivalrously

chivalrously

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  • Chivalrously — Chiv al*rous*ly, adv. In a chivalrous manner; gallantly; magnanimously. [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

  • chivalrously — chivalrous ► ADJECTIVE 1) (of a man) courteous and gallant, especially towards women. 2) relating to the historical notion of chivalry. DERIVATIVES chivalrously adverb …   English terms dictionary

  • chivalrously — adverb see chivalrous …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • chivalrously — adverb In a chivalrous manner …   Wiktionary

  • chivalrously — adv. gallantly, courteously, loyally, courageously …   English contemporary dictionary

  • chivalrously — See: chivalrous …   English dictionary

  • chivalrously — adverb in a gallant manner he gallantly offered to take her home • Syn: ↑gallantly • Ant: ↑unchivalrously • Derived from adjective: ↑chivalrous, ↑gallant ( …   Useful english dictionary

  • chivalrous — chivalrously, adv. chivalrousness, n. /shiv euhl reuhs/, adj. 1. having the qualities of chivalry, as courage, courtesy, and loyalty. 2. considerate and courteous to women; gallant. 3. gracious and honorable toward an enemy, esp. a defeated one,… …   Universalium

  • gallantly — adverb in a gallant manner he gallantly offered to take her home • Syn: ↑chivalrously • Ant: ↑unchivalrously (for: ↑chivalrously) • Derived from adjective: ↑ …   Useful english dictionary

  • chivalrous — adjective Date: 14th century 1. valiant 2. of, relating to, or characteristic of chivalry and knight errantry 3. a. marked by honor, generosity, and courtesy b. marked by gracious courtesy and high minded …   New Collegiate Dictionary

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