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View usage for: (gælənt) pronunciation note: Also pronounced (gəlænt) for meaning [sense 3].1. adjectiveIf someone is gallant, they behave bravely and honourably in a dangerous or difficult situation. [old-fashioned] The gallant soldiers lost their lives so that peace might reign again. gallantly adverb [ADVERB with verb] The town responded gallantly to the War. 2. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]A gallant effort or fight is one in which someone tried very hard to do something difficult, although in the end they failed. [written, approval] He died at the age of 82, after a gallant fight against illness. gallantly graded adverb [ADVERB with verb] The Spaniard gallantly fought off 11 set points before her opponent won 8-6. 3. adjectiveIf a man is gallant, he is kind, polite, and considerate towards women. [old-fashioned] Douglas was a complex man, thoughtful, gallant, and generous. Synonyms: courteous, mannerly, gentlemanly, polite More Synonyms of gallant gallantly adverb [ADVERB with verb] He gallantly kissed Marie's hand as we prepared to leave. More Synonyms of gallant gallant in British Englishadjective (ˈɡælənt)1. brave and high-spirited; courageous and honourable; dashing a gallant warrior 2. (ɡəˈlænt, ˈɡælənt) (of a man) attentive to women; chivalrous 3. imposing; dignified; stately a gallant ship 4. archaic showy in dress noun (ˈɡælənt, ɡəˈlænt) archaic5. a woman's lover or suitor 6. a dashing or fashionable young man, esp one who pursues women 7. a brave, high-spirited, or adventurous man verb (ɡəˈlænt, ˈɡælənt) rare8. (when intr, usually foll by with) to court or flirt (with) 9. (transitive) to attend or escort (a woman) Derived forms gallantly (ˈgallantly) adverb gallantness (ˈgallantness) noun Word origin C15: from Old French galant, from galer to make merry, from gale enjoyment, pleasure, of Germanic origin; related to Old English wela weal2gallant in American English (ˈgælənt; for 4 & n. usually, and for v. always, gəˈlænt; gəˈlɑnt) adjective1. showy and lively in dress or manner 2. stately; imposing a gallant ship 3. brave and noble; high-spirited and daring 4. a. polite and attentive to women in a courtly way b. having to do with love; amorous noun5. Rare a high-spirited, stylish man 6. a man attentive and polite to women verb transitive8. Rare to court (a woman) 9. to escort or accompany (a woman) verb intransitive10. Rare to court a woman SIMILAR WORDS: ˈcivil Derived forms gallantly (ˈgallantly) adverb Word origin ME galaunt < OFr galant, merry, brave, prp. of galer, to rejoice, make merry < gala: see gala Examples of 'gallant' in a sentencegallant In other languagesgallant British English: gallant ADJECTIVE If someone is gallant, they behave bravely and honourably in a dangerous or difficult situation. The gallant soldiers lost their lives so that peace might reign again. - American English: gallant
- Brazilian Portuguese: valente
- Chinese: 英勇的
- European Spanish: valeroso
- French: vaillant
- German: tapfer
- Italian: valoroso
- Japanese: 勇敢な
- Korean: 용감한
- European Portuguese: valente
- Latin American Spanish: valeroso
Chinese translation of 'gallant' adj - (= brave) [person, fight, effort]
英勇的 (yīngyǒng de) - (= polite) (o.f.)
献(獻)殷(慇)勤的 (xiàn yīnqín de)
Definition having a reputation for bravery gallant soldiers who gave their lives Synonyms Opposites fearful , cowardly , ignoble Definition (of a man) making a show of polite attentiveness to women He was a thoughtful, gallant and generous man. Synonyms Opposites rude , churlish , impolite , discourteous , ill-mannered Definition a young man who tried to impress women with his fashionable clothes or daring acts a young gallant who is in love Synonyms blood (informal) blade (archaic) beau man about town lady-killer (informal) man of fashion coxcomb ladies' man Additional synonymsDefinition considerately helpful He is a wonderful host and is always attentive to his guests. Synonyms considerate, kind, civil, devoted, helpful, obliging, accommodating, polite, thoughtful, gracious, conscientious, respectful, courteous, gallantDefinition dignified and imposing the august surroundings of the Liberal Club Synonyms noble, great, kingly, grand, excellent, imposing, impressive, superb, distinguished, magnificent, glorious, splendid, elevated, eminent, majestic, dignified, regal, stately, high-ranking, monumental, solemn, lofty, exaltedDefinition a man who is greatly concerned with his appearance Synonyms dandy, swell (informal), cavalier, gallant, fop, popinjay, coxcomb, ladies' man - galaxy
- gale
- gall
- gallant
- gallantry
- gallery
- galley
Additional synonymsDefinition beautiful or impressive a splendid Victorian mansion Synonyms magnificent, grand, imposing, impressive, rich, superb, costly, gorgeous, dazzling, lavish, luxurious, sumptuous, ornate, resplendent, splendiferous (facetious) Definition having a dignified, impressive, and graceful appearance or manner Instead of moving at his usual stately pace, he was almost running. Synonyms grand, majestic, dignified, royal, august, imposing, impressive, elegant, imperial, noble, regal, solemn, lofty, pompous, ceremoniousDefinition very brave valiant attempts by neighbours and firefighters to rescue them Synonyms brave, heroic, courageous, bold, worthy, fearless, gallant, intrepid, plucky, doughty (old-fashioned), indomitable, redoubtable, dauntless, lion-hearted, valorous, stouthearted (old-fashioned) |