Chivalry: meaning, definitions and examples
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chivalry
[ หสษชvษvri ]
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:
๐ต๐น cavalheirismo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคทเฅเคคเฅเคฐเฅเคฏเคคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Ritterlichkeit
๐ฎ๐ฉ kesatria
๐บ๐ฆ ัััะฐัััะฒะพ
๐ต๐ฑ rycerskoลฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ้จๅฃซ้
๐ซ๐ท chevalerie
๐ช๐ธ caballerรญa
๐น๐ท ลรถvalyelik
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ธฐ์ฌ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฑูุณูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ rytรญลstvรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ rytierstvo
๐จ๐ณ ้ชๅฃซ็ฒพ็ฅ
๐ธ๐ฎ vitezstvo
๐ฎ๐ธ riddaraleikur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััะฐัะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แ แแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ cษngavษrlik
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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