Main Entry: chiv·al·rous

Pronunciation: \ˈshi-vəl-rəs\

Function: adjective

Date: 14th century

1 : valiant
2 : of, relating to, or characteristic of chivalry and knight-errantry
3 a : marked by honor, generosity, and courtesy b : marked by gracious courtesy and high-minded consideration especially to women

synonyms see civil

— chiv·al·rous·ly adverb

— chiv·al·rous·ness noun