ευγένεια — meaning in English
evgeneia
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English meaning
- chivalry noun The medieval code of conduct for knights, built around honour, courage, mercy, and courtesy.
- nobility noun The aristocratic social class, historically holding hereditary titles and privilege.
- politeness noun The quality of being well-mannered and considerate.
Senses
ευγένεια is used for these senses in English:
- chivalry Courteous behaviour, especially that of men towards women.
- nobility A noble or privileged social class, historically accompanied by a hereditary title; aristocracy.
- politeness (uncountable) The quality of being polite.
chivalry — full definition
- noun The medieval code of conduct for knights, built around honour, courage, mercy, and courtesy.
- noun Polite, considerate, and protective behaviour, especially of men toward women.
nobility — full definition
- noun The aristocratic social class, historically holding hereditary titles and privilege.
- noun The quality of having high moral character or dignity.