gentlemanlike

Meanings

• adjective

  A man who is polite, well-educated, and behaves with honor and respect.

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Rhymes

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chivalry , livelier , rivalry , striver

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Variants

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gentleman , gentlemanlike , gentlemanlikeness , gentlemanlikenesses , gentlemen

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Etymology

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Originally referred to a gentleman in the Middle Ages, someone who was not a member of the nobility but was entitled to certain privileges and respect due to his social status or occupation.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'gentleman' originated in the Middle Ages as a title given to knights who were not members of the nobility but were entitled to certain privileges and respect due to their social status or occupation.

2. In Victorian England, it was considered essential for a gentleman to be well-versed in the arts, literature, and politics.

3. The term 'gentleman's agreement' refers to an unwritten or unofficial agreement between two parties.

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Related Concepts

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1. chivalry: A code of conduct for knights in medieval Europe, emphasizing values such as honor, courage, and loyalty.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'gentlemanlike' has been used to describe characters who possess qualities such as politeness, courtesy, and honor. In art, gentlemanly behavior has been depicted in paintings and sculptures as a symbol of refinement and elegance.

How to Memorize "gentlemanlike"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a well-dressed man with polite manners and respectful behavior towards others.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gentlemanlike' with words like 'polite', 'respectful', and 'honorable'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Gentlemen Always Treat Everyone Respectfully' to remember the meaning of gentlemanlike.

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