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KNIGHTLY

(adj.sat, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Knightly.

Knightly - as an adjective satellite

Characteristic of the time of chivalry and knighthood in the middle ages

Example: "Chivalric rites"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chivalric19medieval14

Being attentive to women like an ideal knight

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chivalrous18gallant8

Knightly - as an adjective

Of or pertaining to a knight or knights.

Befitting a knight; formally courteous (as a knight); chivalrous, gallant and courtly.

Example: "Knightly combat"

Knightly - as an adverb

In the manner of a knight; chivalrously.

Example Sentences

"He wore a knightly suit of armor to the medieval fair."
"The knightly code of chivalry dictated that he must protect the weak."
"Her knightly behavior earned her the admiration of the townspeople."
"With a flourish, he made a knightly bow before the queen."
"The knightly knight embarked on a quest to rescue the captured princess."
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Word Game Points

Is KNIGHTLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, knightly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KNIGHTLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is KNIGHTLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, knightly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KNIGHTLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is KNIGHTLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, knightly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KNIGHTLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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