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Gallant 504 Absolutely Essential Words Lesson 1

Gallant 504 Absolutely Essential Words Lesson 1

Gallant 504 Absolutely Essential Words Lesson 1

/ˈgæl.ənt/ (adj & noun)

(of men) kind and polite toward women, attentive to women, chivalrous, courteous, gentlemanly, magnanimous, thoughtful – fearless, brave, heroic, bold, intrepid, courageous, valiant, valorous, dauntless, noble, spirited – a gallant man

If women are so particular about gender equality, then why do they expect men to be gallant, like give up seat in a metro for example?

She doesn’t have to take it, though, or even be grateful for it. The same goes for offering an older or pregnant person a seat. It’s showing courtesy for someone who might be in more danger than yourself on a moving vehicle.

Source: https://www.quora.com/

Antonyms: rude, cowardly

Noun: gallantry

Adverb: gallantly


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