1. Noun
The state of being worthy or honorable; elevation of mind or character; true worth; excellence.
2. Noun
Elevation; grandeur.
3. Noun
Elevated rank; honorable station; high office, political or ecclesiastical; degree of excellence; preferment; exaltation.
4. Noun
Quality suited to inspire respect or reverence; loftiness and grace; impressiveness; stateliness; -- said of //en, manner, style, etc.
5. Noun
One holding high rank; a dignitary.
6. Noun
Fundamental principle; axiom; maxim.
7. Noun
high office or rank or station; "he respected the dignity of the emissaries"
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