adj, verb ·3 syllables ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of dignify form-of, participle, past

Adjective

1. 1
   Having an attitude or bearing that connotes respectability and poise.

   "remain dignified"

Adjective

1. 1
   having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance wordnet
2. 2
   having or showing self-esteem wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

courtlydistinguishedaristocraticaugustaugustceremonial

Antonyms

All antonyms

undignified

Example

More examples

"At the funeral, the widow looked very dignified, with her black suit, hat and gloves."

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