Definitions and Examples of man, gentleman
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
An adult human male.
Example
He was a brave man who saved the child from drowning.
A chivalrous, courteous, or honorable man.
Example
He was a true gentleman who always opened doors for others.
Key Differences: man vs gentleman
- 1Man is a general term that describes an adult human male.
- 2Gentleman is a more specific term that describes a man who is chivalrous, courteous, or honorable.
Effective Usage of man, gentleman
- 1Gender Identification: Use man to refer to an adult human male.
- 2Politeness: Use gentleman to describe a man who is chivalrous, courteous, or honorable.
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Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Man conveys the opposite gender of a woman who is referred to as a damsel, while gentleman describes a man who is chivalrous, courteous, or honorable. Use these words to identify gender and describe a man's character.
