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gallantry vs courageousness

courageousness vs gallantry

gallantry and courageousness both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gallantry Yes No No No
courageousness Yes No No No
As nouns, courageousness is a hypernym of gallantry; that is, courageousness 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)
  • courageousness: a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
Other hypernyms of gallantry include braveness, bravery, courage.
gallantry (noun) courageousness (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)
courtesy towards women
Difference between gallantry and courageousness

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