dignity

/ˈdɪɡnɪti/
noun
  1. The quality of being worthy of respect or honor; a calm and serious manner.
    • He carried himself with dignity even when he was angry.
    • All people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.
    • She faced the difficult news with great dignity.
  2. A sense of one's own importance or value; self-respect.
    • It's important to maintain your dignity even when you make a mistake.
    • Losing his job hurt his dignity more than his finances.
    • She refused to beg, saying it was beneath her dignity.
  3. A high rank or position of honor.
    • The title of 'Sir' is a mark of dignity in Britain.
    • The office of president carries great dignity.
    • He rose to the dignity of chief justice.
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