— chivalrously , adv. — chivalrousness , n.
/shiv"euhl reuhs/ , adj.
1. having the qualities of chivalry, as courage, courtesy, and loyalty.
2. considerate and courteous to women; gallant.
3. gracious and honorable toward an enemy, esp. a defeated one, and toward the weak or poor.
[ 1300-50; ME chevalrous chevalerous, equiv. to chevalier CHEVALIER + -ous -OUS ]
Syn. 1. fearless, dauntless, valiant; courtly; faithful, true, devoted.
Ant. 1. cowardly, rude, disloyal.