gentlemanly

/ˈdʒɛntəlmənli/
adjective
  1. Having the qualities or behavior expected of a gentleman; polite, honorable, and considerate.
    • The team's gentlemanly conduct earned them a sportsmanship award.
    • It is gentlemanly to hold the door open for the person behind you.
    • He gave a gentlemanly bow before offering his seat to the elderly woman.
adverb
  1. In a manner that is polite, honorable, and considerate, like a gentleman.
    • The dispute was resolved gentlemanly, without any harsh words.
    • He gentlemanly stepped aside to let the lady pass first.
    • She was treated gentlemanly by all the staff at the club.
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