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chivalry

 

[ หˆสƒษชvษ™vri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medieval code

Chivalry refers to the medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code. It also signifies qualities such as bravery, honor, courtesy, and gallantry, especially towards women. The concept has evolved and is often associated with noble behavior and etiquette in modern times.

Synonyms

courtesy, gallantry, honor, knighthood, valor.

Examples of usage

  • He displayed true chivalry by helping the elderly woman across the street.
  • In literature, chivalry is often romanticized through heroic characters.
  • The ideals of chivalry shaped the conduct of knights during the Middle Ages.

Translations

Translations of the word "chivalry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cavalheirismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคทเฅ‡เคคเฅเคฐเฅ€เคฏเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ritterlichkeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kesatria

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ั‹ั†ะฐั€ัั‚ะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rycerskoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้จŽๅฃซ้“

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chevalerie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caballerรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸรถvalyelik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ์‚ฌ๋„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุฑูˆุณูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rytรญล™stvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rytierstvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ช‘ๅฃซ็ฒพ็ฅž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vitezstvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ riddaraleikur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ั‹ั†ะฐั€ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒแƒ˜แƒœแƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™ngavษ™rlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caballerรญa

Etymology

The term 'chivalry' originates from the Old French word 'chevalerie,' which means 'knighthood' or 'horseman' (from 'cheval,' meaning 'horse'). This word can be traced back to the Latin 'caballus,' which is also related to the concept of horse riding. Historically, chivalry was associated with the medieval knightly class and encompassed a code of conduct that emphasized bravery, respect for women, and protection of the weak. During the feudal period, noble warriors who adhered to such principles enjoyed elevated social status and was revered in society. Over time, the concept evolved, with romantic literature of the Middle Ages further popularizing ideals of chivalrous behavior, such as courtly love and valor in battle. Today, chivalry can refer to a more general sense of noble behavior and courtesy in social interactions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,247, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.