Synonyms for gallantry


Grammar : Noun
Spell : gal-uhn-tree
Phonetic Transcription : ˈgæl ən tri

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Définition of gallantry

Origin :
  • 1590s, "fine appearance," from French galanterie (16c.), from Old French galant (see gallant). Meaning "gallant behavior" is from 1630s. Middle English had gallantness "merriment, gaiety, high living" (late 15c.).
  • noun bravery, civility
Example sentences :
  • "But you know language is conventional, especially in gallantry," said Russell.
  • Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 5 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth
  • He is a man of wit and gallantry—I am unpractised in the ways of the world.
  • Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 3 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth
  • "It is enough if I've been useful," he rose in gallantry to the emergency.
  • Extract from : « The Black Bag » by Louis Joseph Vance
  • The stranger, however, picking up her cap with an air of gallantry, interposed.
  • Extract from : « Little Dorrit » by Charles Dickens
  • Jarrett introduced Knoedler, who had suggested this piece of gallantry.
  • Extract from : « My Double Life » by Sarah Bernhardt
  • How I admire the gallantry of your youthful spirit, Mr. Lorry.
  • Extract from : « A Tale of Two Cities » by Charles Dickens
  • I must say again that I heartily admire your gallantry and youthfulness.
  • Extract from : « A Tale of Two Cities » by Charles Dickens
  • Not amongst men of business, or men of gallantry, but amongst men of literature.
  • Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 8 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth
  • Let them boast of their Moorish gallantry and their infidel marriages—a fig for them!
  • Extract from : « Gomez Arias » by Joaqun Telesforo de Trueba y Coso
  • Do they pique themselves upon their courage, their gallantry, and their adventure?
  • Extract from : « Imogen » by William Godwin

Antonyms for gallantry

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