dignity

• Sustantivo que denota el estado o la cualidad de ser digno de honor, respeto o reverencia; también, el sentido de la propia valía y el autocontrol o compostura.

A noun referring to the state or quality of being worthy of honor, respect, or esteem; a sense of self-importance and composure.

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1. Quality of being worthy of respectB2formal

   The state or quality of being worthy of honor, respect, or esteem.

   Dignidad

   • She maintained her dignity throughout the difficult conversation.
   • He accepted the award with great dignity.
   • The ceremony was conducted with dignity and grace.

   Sinónimoseminenceesteemhonormeritnobilityprestigerespectstandingstatureworth

   Antónimosdisgracedishonorignominyindignityshame

2. Self-respect and composureB2formal

   A calm, serious, and controlled manner that shows self-respect.

   Dignidad (serenidad y respeto por uno mismo)

   • Even in defeat, the team showed dignity.
   • She handled the criticism with dignity.
   • His dignity prevented him from begging for help.

   Sinónimoscomposuredecorumgravityhonormajestynobilitypoiseprideself-esteemself-respectself-worthseriousnesssolemnitystateliness

   Antónimosabasementdishonorhumiliationindignityshame

3. High rank or positionC1formal

   A high or honorable rank, position, or title.

   Dignidad como alto cargo o rango

   • The dignity of the office demands respect.
   • He was elevated to the dignity of a peer.
   • The position carries great dignity and responsibility.

   Sinónimosdistinctioneminencehonornobilityprestigerankstandingstatus