chivalry

/'ʃivəlri/
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chivalry

A knight shows chivalry by helping a lady onto her horse.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The medieval system, principles, and customs of knighthood: This refers to the historical institution, code of behavior, and social ideals associated with knights in the Middle Ages.
    • The qualities idealized by knighthood, such as bravery, courtesy, honor, and gallantry toward women: This meaning extends the concept to describe the admirable personal conduct and virtues expected of a knight.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The tales of King Arthur are filled with themes of chivalry and honor.
    • He opened the door for her with old-fashioned chivalry.
Advanced Usage

  • "Age of Chivalry": A historical term referring to the medieval period, especially the 12th to 15th centuries, when the knightly system was prominent.

    • The "Age of Chivalry" is often romanticized in literature and film.

  • "Chivalric code" or "code of chivalry": The set of rules and oaths that governed a knight's conduct.

    • A knight swore to uphold the chivalric code, pledging to protect the weak and serve his lord faithfully.
Variants and Related Words

  • Chivalric (adj): Pertaining to chivalry; having the qualities of a knight.

    • He had a chivalric devotion to justice.

  • Chivalrous (adj): (Of a man or his behavior) courteous and gallant, especially toward women.

    • It was a chivalrous gesture to offer her his coat.
Synonyms
  • Knighthood: The institution or character of knights.
  • Gallantry: Courageous behavior, especially in battle; polite attention or respect given by men to women.
  • Courtesy: The showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others.
Related Phrases
  • Knight-errantry: The practice of medieval knights wandering in search of adventure to prove their chivalric virtues.
    • The novel depicts a life of knight-errantry and quests.
Related Idioms
  • A knight in shining armor: A man who comes to the rescue of a woman in a chivalrous manner. (Note: This idiom uses the related concept of a "knight," which is central to chivalry.)
    • She joked that she didn't need a knight in shining armor to solve her problems.
chivalry

A knight shows chivalry by helping a lady onto her horse.

Noun
  1. the medieval principles governing knighthood and knightly conduct
  2. courtesy towards women

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