gallant and chivalrous imply courteous attentiveness especially to women. gallant suggests spirited and dashing behavior and ornate expressions of courtesy.

GALLANT definition: brave, spirited, noble-minded, or chivalrous. See examples of gallant used in a sentence.

GALLANT definition: 1. (of a man) polite and kind towards women, especially when in public: 2. showing no fear of…. Learn more.

Definition of gallant adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. brave, spirited, or noble-minded: a gallant knight; a gallant attempt. 2. attentive to women; chivalrous. 3. stately; grand: a gallant ship. 4. showy, colorful, or stylish, as in dress.

Oct 23, 2025 · Beyond Bravery: Gallant in Different Contexts While bravery is a primary component, gallant can also describe someone who is extremely attentive and courteous, …

gallant adj /ˈɡælənt/ brave and high-spirited; courageous and honourable; dashing: a gallant warrior /ɡəˈlænt; ˈɡælənt/ (of a man) attentive to women; chivalrous imposing; dignified; …

Unflinching in battle or action; valiant. Put up a gallant resistance to the attackers.

gallant, n. & adj. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

Dec 8, 2016 · If someone is gallant, they behave bravely and honourably in a dangerous or difficult situation.