adjective
- superlative form of knightly; most characteristic of or befitting a knight; showing the highest degree of chivalry, honor, and noble conduct
Usage: superlative form; often literary or formal
Examples
- His knightliest deed was defending the widow against the tyrant's soldiers.
- The knightliest behavior in the tournament earned him the king's highest praise.
- She displayed the knightliest virtues of courage and loyalty throughout her life.
- Among all the warriors, he showed the knightliest spirit of service to others.
- The knightliest response to the insult was to ignore it with dignity.