gallantly

[ gal-uhnt-lee ]

adverb

in a way that shows exceptional politeness and attentiveness to others, especially women: My husband gallantly offered to hitchhike to a gas station while I remained on the boat with our dog.
in a courageous, spirited, or noble-minded way: He fell while gallantly leading his platoon in one of the hardest-fought battles of the war.

in a grand, showy, or magnificent way: I've heard stories about how he would parade around gallantly in full knightly attire at the Renaissance fair.

Origin of gallantly

First recorded in 1550–60; gallant + -ly

Browse