chivalric

adjective

chi·​val·​ric shə-ˈval-rik How to pronounce chivalric (audio)
: relating to chivalry : chivalrous

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He's got something of the chivalric knight about him, as if every day was St Crispin’s Day and Arsenal are fighting not just for points but for the honour of it all. Art De Roché, New York Times, 3 Dec. 2025 The name draws from the medieval concept of the chivalric idea of noble devotion and secret desire, a romantic notion fully aligned with the spirit of his creations. Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 1 Dec. 2025 It was first raised in 2006, after Andrew was made a Knight of the Order of the Garter, a chivalric order founded in the 14th century. Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025 Force Multipliers War is often presented as a chivalric affair of bravery, valor and honor. Radu Magdin, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chivalric

Word History

Etymology

chivalry + -ic entry 1

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chivalric was in 1794

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“Chivalric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chivalric. Accessed 28 Dec. 2025.

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chivalric

adjective
chi·​val·​ric shə-ˈval-rik How to pronounce chivalric (audio)
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