Correct Answer: Degraded

Solution : The correct choice is the s econd option.

Chivalrous refers to someone who displays qualities such as bravery, honour, courtesy, and gallantry, especially towards women.

Degraded refers to something or someone having lost dignity, honour, value, or worth. It signifies a decline in moral or social status, a state of being lowered in reputation or quality.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

• Noble describes a person possessing high moral qualities, dignity, and honourable traits. It also refers to someone who belongs to a privileged or aristocratic social class.
• Virtuous pertains to having or showing high moral standards, principles, or qualities such as honesty, integrity, and righteousness.
• Courteous describes behaviour marked by politeness, respect, and consideration towards others.