Chivalrously

Part of speech: adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɪvəlɹəs.li/

Definitions

1. In a way that embodies the ideals of gallantry, nobility, and kindness, showing considerate and brave behavior towards others, especially in acts of honor or service
2. Demonstrating a manner characterized by brave and courteous behavior, reflecting noble values such as respect and compassion in various interactions
3. Exhibiting a quality of considerate bravery and noble kindness in actions towards others, particularly in honorable and respectful engagements

Etymology: "Chivalrously" is chivalrous plus the adverbial suffix "-ly," which turns an adjective into a description of manner. The suffix has a long lineage of its own: it descends from Old English "-līce," a form of the adjective "līc" meaning "body" or "form," and that same element is the root of "like" as in "lich" and "-like." In other words, the ending once carried the sense of "in the form of" before it became a general marker of how something is done. The adjective it attaches to, "chivalrous," traces back to the Old French "chevalerie," from "cheval," meaning "horse," since the mounted warrior was the model of the medieval knight. The word for the knightly code therefore began with the animal that carried the fighter. For "chivalrously," the suffix is the only new piece added to that base in English, so the word simply describes conduct in the manner of a knight.

Synonyms: nobly, gallantly, courteously, honorably, valiently

Antonyms: rude, dishonorably, uncourteously, crude, boorishly