Definition

In a way that is not honorable or courteous, especially in behavior towards others.

Example

He acted unchivalrously by not helping her when she needed it.

Conversation

Did you see how he treated her at the party?

Yeah, it was really surprising to see him act so unchivalrously.

I expected him to be more respectful, honestly.

Me too, it's disappointing when someone behaves like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unchivalrously → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "chivalrous" (from Old French *chevaleresque*, meaning knightly or gallant), and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word describes behaving in a manner that is not knightly or gallant.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') behaving in a 'knightly' way ('chivalrous') — that's why unchivalrously means acting without gallantry.

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