Meaning & use
gallantly
In a brave, polite, and chivalrous manner, especially while helping or protecting someone.
See it in a sentence
He gallantly offered his umbrella to the stranger caught in the sudden downpour.
The knight gallantly defended the village against the approaching raiders.
A note on using this word
Gallantly often implies old-fashioned courtesy, particularly toward someone perceived as needing help or protection.
Words with a similar meaning
courageouslychivalrously
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Words with an opposite meaning
cowardlyrudely
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