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Meaning of dignified
having or showing a sense of self-respect and self-worth
Etymology of dignified
The word "dignified" comes from the Latin "dignus," meaning "worthy," and the suffix "-fied," which forms an adjective indicating a state or condition
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something or someone that is worthy of respect and admiration
Synonyms
refined
elegant
polite
courteous
respectful
modest
humble
unassuming
composed
serene
stately
majestic
grand
imposing
solemn
serious
somber
grave
decorous
seemly
proper
dignified
noble
aristocratic
lofty
exalted
honored
revered
esteemed
venerable
prestigious
distinguished
illustrious
renowned
famous
celebrated
glorious
resplendent
magnificent
impressive
awe-inspiring
commanding
authoritative
influential
powerful
imposing
compelling
persuasive
majestic
monumental
statuesque
tall
upright
proud
self-respecting
self-esteeming
confident
assured
poised
balanced
stable
calm
tranquil
peaceful
serene
gentle
kind
benevolent
generous
charitable
gracious
considerate
thoughtful
tactful
diplomatic
urbane
sophisticated
cultured
refined
discerning
perceptive
astute
wise
sage
judicious
prudent
cautious
discreet
reserved
restrained
modest
unpretentious
unostentatious
simple
unadorned
unassuming
lowly
meek
mild
temperate
moderate
restrained
controlled
disciplined
self-controlled
dignified
respectful
deferential
courteous
polite
civil
obliging
accommodating
complaisant
affable
genial
warm
friendly
amiable
cordial
hospitable
welcoming
approachable
accessible
gracious
benevolent
kind
generous
charitable
munificent
liberal
magnanimous
noble
lofty
exalted
honored
revered
esteemed
venerable
prestigious
distinguished
illustrious
renowned
famous
celebrated
glorious
resplendent
magnificent
impressive
awe-inspiring
stately
majestic
grand
imposing
solemn
serious
somber
grave
decorous
seemly
proper
Definitions
- Having or showing a sense of self-respect and self-worth, and therefore deserving of respect and admiration
- * Having a noble and respectable quality, and therefore commanding respect
Usage Examples
- The dignified old man walked into the room with a sense of pride and self-respect
- * The dignified demeanor of the judge commanded respect from the entire courtroom
- * The dignified speech of the president inspired the nation and earned him widespread admiration
Antonyms
undignified
indecent
unseemly
improper
unbecoming
unbefitting
unrefined
coarse
crude
rude
rough
vulgar
impolite
discourteous
disrespectful
insolent
impertinent
impudent
shameless
brazen
audacious
presumptuous
arrogant
haughty
proud
conceited
self-important
pompous
pretentious
affected
ostentatious
showy
flashy
gaudy
tasteless
crass
common
plebeian
ignoble
base
vile
wicked
evil
corrupt
depraved
degenerate
debased
immoral
unethical
unprincipled
dishonorable
disreputable
infamous
notorious
scandalous
shameful
disgraced
discredited
humiliated
mortified
embarrassed
ashamed
guilty
remorseful
regretful
repentant
penitent
contrite
apologetic