The definition of an adjective is a part of speech that is used to describe a noun. Red, tall, better and fast are all examples of adjectives.
In modern parlance, a gentleman (from gentle + man, translating the Old French gentilz hom) is any man of good, courteous conduct. A gentleman may also simply be a polite term for any man, as in indications of gender-separated facilities, or as a sign of the speaker's own courtesy when addressing others. The modern female equivalent is lady.
Definition of gentleman 1 Meaning of gentleman The concept of gentleman is a very old concept that arises in the middle ages as a representative of a social class of importance and power. Today, the term is used to refer to men who are handled so polite, helpful and correct, especially towards women, although the link between two concepts today is not entirely clear.