courtly

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to a court or royal household.

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Synonyms

dignified , genteel , refined , well-mannered , flattering , obsequious , servile , courtlily

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Variants

List of all variants of courtly that leads to same result
courtlier , courtliest , courtliness , courtlinesses , courtly , courtly love , courtly loves

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Etymology

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From Old French cort, 'court, palace'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'courtly love' refers to the romantic love expressed in the literature of the Middle Ages, often between a knight and his lady.

2. The phrase 'in court' means to be in a formal legal setting, such as a courtroom.

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Related Concepts

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1. Chivalry: A code of conduct for the medieval knight, emphasizing honor, courtesy, and service to others.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'courtly' is often used to describe the manners, behavior, and values of the nobility during the Middle Ages. This includes chivalry, politeness, and adherence to a strict code of conduct.

How to Memorize "courtly"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a grand castle with a royal court in session.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'courtly' with the image of a knight in shining armor.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym C-O-U-R-T-L-Y: Courteous, Obedient, Unselfish, Respectful, Thoughtful, Loyal, and Yorkist (a historical reference to the House of York, which was associated with courtly behavior).

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