Dignity — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdig-nə-tē/ dig·ni·ty

Meaning & Definition of Dignity

Dignity (noun)

  1. formal reserve or seriousness of manner, appearance, or language
  2. the quality or state of being worthy of honor or respect
  3. high rank, office, or position

Dignity (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. high position within society

    "the archbishop is very conscious of his dignity"

    similar: class, fashion, quality, rank, standing, state
    related: gentility, gentleness, nobility, nobleness, grandness, highness, loftiness, distinction, dominance, precedence, preeminence, primacy, superiority, caste, station, status, preferment
    near: debasement, degradation, subordinateness, subordination, baseness, commonness, inferiority, lowliness, lowness

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dignity

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dignity:

class, fashion, quality, rank, standing, state

Related Words for Dignity

gentility, gentleness, nobility, nobleness, grandness, highness, loftiness, distinction, dominance, precedence, preeminence, primacy, superiority, caste, station, status, preferment

Near Antonyms of Dignity

debasement, degradation, subordinateness, subordination, baseness, commonness, inferiority, lowliness, lowness

Word Forms of Dignity

Inflections: dignities

Origin & Etymology of Dignity

Middle English dignete, from Anglo-French digneté, from Latin dignitat-, dignitas, from dignus

First known use: 13th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Dignity

Words & Phrases Containing Dignity

beneath one's dignity

Frequently Asked Questions about Dignity

What does "Dignity" mean?

"Dignity" means formal reserve or seriousness of manner, appearance, or language. As a noun, it is defined as: formal reserve or seriousness of manner, appearance, or language.

What is another word for "Dignity"?

Other words for "Dignity" include class, fashion, quality, rank, standing and state. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dignity" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Dignity"?

There are 23 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dignity". Common alternatives include class, fashion, quality, rank, standing and state.

How do you use "Dignity" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dignity" in a sentence: "the archbishop is very conscious of his dignity".

Is "Dignity" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Dignity" is a noun.

Is "Dignity" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Dignity" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Dignity"?

"Dignity" is pronounced /ˈdig-nə-tē/ and divided into syllables as dig·ni·ty.

What is the origin of the word "Dignity"?

"Dignity" comes from Middle English dignete, from Anglo-French digneté, from Latin dignitat-, dignitas, from dignus. First known use: 13th century.