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

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