Knight Errantry (Noun)
Meaning 1
Quixotic (romantic and impractical) behavior.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- He dreamed of reviving the code of chivalry and embarked on a life of knight-errantry, rescuing damsels in distress and fighting for justice.
- Her quixotic nature led her to a life of knight-errantry, traveling the world to right wrongs and defend the defenseless.
- The young idealist's knight-errantry was admirable, but ultimately impractical, as he struggled to make a living while pursuing his lofty goals.
- The old man's knight-errantry had become the stuff of local legend, with tales of his bravery and selflessness inspiring a new generation of romantics.
- Despite the ridicule of his friends, he persisted in his knight-errantry, convinced that his chivalrous code would one day be vindicated.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
(Middle Ages) the code of conduct observed by a knight errant who is wandering in search of deeds of chivalry.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.