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gallantry vs bravery

bravery vs gallantry

gallantry and bravery both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gallantry Yes No No No
bravery Yes No No No
As nouns, bravery is a hypernym of gallantry; that is, bravery is a word with a broader meaning than gallantry:
  • gallantry: the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
  • bravery: a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
Other hypernyms of gallantry include braveness, courage, courageousness.
gallantry (noun) bravery (noun)
polite attentiveness to women a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) feeling no fear
courtesy towards women
Difference between gallantry and bravery

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