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dignity

/ˈdɪɡ.nə.ti/
dig · ni · ty
Plural:dignities
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Adjective:dignified
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• noun

1

The state or quality of being worthy of honor, respect, or esteem.

Example

"The Universal Declaration of Human Rights affirms the inherent dignity of every person."

2

A composed, serious, and respectable manner or style of behavior.

Example

"Despite the unfair criticism, she answered every question with calm dignity."

3

A high rank, title, or position of honor within a government, church, or nobility.

Example

"He was elevated to the dignity of cardinal by the pope."

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dignifiedly
dignify
dignitary
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digress
digression
digs

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 13th century from Old French dignete, derived from Latin dignitas ('worthiness, merit, honor'), from dignus ('worthy, deserving').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dignity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dignity
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