chivalrous

American  

[shiv-uhl-ruhs] / ˈʃɪv əl rəs /

adjective

1. having the qualities of chivalry, as courage, courtesy, and loyalty.

   Synonyms:

   devoted, true, faithful, courtly, valiant, dauntless, fearless

   Antonyms:

   disloyal, rude, cowardly

2. considerate and courteous to women; gallant.

3. gracious and honorable toward an enemy, especially a defeated one, and toward the weak or poor.

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chivalrous British  

/ ˈʃɪvəlrəs /

adjective

1. gallant; courteous

2. involving chivalry

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Other Word Forms

• chivalrously adverb
• chivalrousness noun
• nonchivalrous adjective
• nonchivalrously adverb
• nonchivalrousness noun
• superchivalrous adjective
• superchivalrously adverb
• superchivalrousness noun
• unchivalrous adjective
• unchivalrously adverb
• unchivalrousness noun

Etymology

Origin of chivalrous

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English chevalrous, from Middle French chevalerous, equivalent to chevalier chevalier + -ous -ous

Example Sentences

Now, scientists have observed a pair of chivalrous birds joining the conversation.

From Science Magazine

Swift’s new beau added that he tries to be chivalrous on dates.

From Los Angeles Times

Kelce said on Wednesday’s podcast episode that on dates, he’s all about playing his chivalrous gender role, keeping an eye out for his companion while out in public.

From Los Angeles Times

If you believe his chivalrous account, I have an estate to sell you.

From New York Times

No longer an imaginary stand-in requirement for chivalrous deeds, this princess can truly become master of her domain.

From Washington Post