dignified
Translation
dignified, stately, composed
Examples
She remained dignified despite the criticism.
She remained dignified despite the criticism.
He gave a dignified speech at the ceremony.
He gave a dignified speech at the ceremony.
Grammar Patterns
((a dignified + noun)) a dignified manner/speech/person. She has a very dignified manner.
((to be + dignified)) to appear calm, serious, and controlled. He was very dignified in his response.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stately, noble, majestic, composed; Antonyms: undignified, clumsy
Etymology
From the verb 'to dignify', meaning to give a noble character to something. It originates from the Latin 'dignus' (worthy).
Memory Tips
Connects to the noun 'dignity'. If someone has dignity, their behavior is 'dignified'—calm, serious, and respectable.