Dignified

Pronunciation: /ˈdɪɡ.nəˌfaɪd/

Definitions of dignified

adjective having or showing a composed or serious manner that is worthy of respect

Example Sentences

A1 The elderly man walked with a dignified air.

A2 The queen's dignified presence commanded respect from all who met her.

B1 The politician gave a dignified speech during the ceremony.

B2 Despite the difficult circumstances, she maintained a dignified composure.

C1 The professor's dignified demeanor in the classroom set a high standard for professionalism.

C2 The leader's dignified response to the criticism showed his strength and maturity.

Examples of dignified in a Sentence

formal The dignified gentleman carried himself with grace and poise.

informal She always looks so dignified in her professional attire.

slang That outfit is totally dignified, you look great!

figurative The old oak tree stood tall and dignified in the middle of the field.

Grammatical Forms of dignified

• past tense: dignified
• plural: dignifieds
• comparative: more dignified
• superlative: most dignified
• present tense: dignifies
• future tense: will dignify
• perfect tense: has dignified
• continuous tense: is dignifying
• singular: dignified
• positive degree: dignified
• infinitive: to dignify
• gerund: dignifying
• participle: dignified

Origin and Evolution of dignified

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'dignified' originated from the Latin word 'dignitas', which means worthiness or esteem.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'dignified' has retained its original meaning of being worthy or esteemed, but it has also come to connote a sense of poise, grace, and respectability.