GALLANTRY Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

gallantry

noun

ˈga-lən-trē

Definition of gallantry

as in heroism

strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger commended the rescuers for their gallantry

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Recent Examples of gallantry In all of these cases, the effect is largely the same—forging intimacy through some level of generosity or gallantry, coupled with pure, physical proximity—and in 2026, all of them are still technically possible. — Sara Delgado, Vogue, 9 July 2026 During the reception, Princess Kate shared an emotional moment with Tony Gledhill, a former Metropolitan Police officer who received the George Cross for gallantry in 1966. — Helen Murphy, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026 In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals. — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026 There’s a quixotic gallantry to appealing to a saner conservative and looking ahead to a post-Trump American politics. — James Folta, Literary Hub, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gallantry

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Noun

Against expectation, the film eschews neat narratives about survival and heroism.

— Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
For most of his service in the House, Mills’ reputation has been clouded, starting with his campaign boasts of military heroism.

— Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of heroism

Noun

But when a traumatic drunken night resurfaces, Júlía must confront shame, family responsibilities and the courage to tell her own story, reads the logline.

— Annika Pham, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
Cammack, who was one of the first House Republicans with the courage to speak out about Mills, should push hard for changes.

— Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of courage

Noun

The size of the wave highlights the ocean’s raw power and the bravery of the surfer.

— Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
That, compounded by plummeting hormones that cause vaginal dryness and painful intercourse, makes this moment for many midlife women a test in bravery.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of bravery

Noun

Banks wrote this piece as an ensemble work, not as a showcase for his formidable instrumental prowess.

— George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Regarding new arrivals, Rodri is ruled out for Sunday's match, training individually, but Joao Cancelo is deemed ready and could feature against Elche, with Flick highlighting his fantastic technique and offensive prowess.

— Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

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