knightly
/ˈnaɪtli/
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of a knight in medieval times, especially showing qualities like bravery, honor, and courtesy.
- The story is full of knightly adventures and noble quests.
- The knightly code of chivalry required knights to protect the weak.
- He performed a knightly gesture by offering his coat to the shivering woman.
- Generous, brave, and courteous in a way that is considered noble or gentlemanly.
- Her knightly behavior at the charity event earned her everyone's respect.
- He made a knightly promise to always stand up for justice.
- The old man's knightly manners reminded me of a hero from a fairy tale.
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- In a manner that is brave, honorable, or courteous, like a knight.
- He acted knightly by defending the child from the bully.
- The soldier served knightly, putting others before himself.
- She spoke knightly, with calm dignity and respect for all.