chivalric

chivalric

English

Etymology

chivalry +‎ -ic

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /ˈʃɪvl̩ɹɪk/

Adjective

chivalric (comparative more chivalric, superlative most chivalric)

1. of, or relating to chivalry
   • 1951, Adrienne Rich, Aunt Jennifer's Tigers

     Aunt Jennifer's tigers prance across a screen,
     Bright topaz denizens of a world of green.
     They do not fear the men beneath the tree;
     They pace in sleek chivalric certainty.

2. gallant and respectful, especially to women