chivalrous

• Décrit un homme poli, noble et galant, en particulier envers les femmes.

Describes a man who is courteous, honorable, and gallant, especially towards women.

1. Courteous and gallantB2formal

   Showing polite and kind behavior, especially towards women, reminiscent of an ideal knight.

   courtois et galant

   • He was chivalrous, always holding the door open for others.
   • Her chivalrous gesture of offering his coat was appreciated.
   • The knight's chivalrous conduct was admired by all.

   Synonymesattentiveconsideratecourteouscourtlygallantgentlemanlygracioushonorablerespectful

   Antonymesboorishdiscourteousimpoliterudeunchivalrousungallant

2. Honorable and braveB2formal

   Having the qualities of a knight, such as honor, courage, and readiness to help the weak.

   Chevaleresque

   • His chivalrous actions saved the child from danger.
   • She described him as a chivalrous defender of justice.
   • The chivalrous code demanded loyalty and bravery.

   Synonymesbravecourageousgallantheroichonorableknightlynoblevaliant

   Antonymesbasecowardlycravendishonorableignoble