dignity

• Substantivo que designa a qualidade de ser digno de honra, respeito ou estima; também o sentimento de valor próprio, autorrespeito e 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.

   Dignidade

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

   Sinônimoseminenceesteemhonormeritnobilityprestigerespectstandingstatureworth

   Antônimosdisgracedishonorignominyindignityshame

2. Self-respect and composureB2formal

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

   Dignidade

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

   Sinônimoscomposuredecorumgravityhonormajestynobilitypoiseprideself-esteemself-respectself-worthseriousnesssolemnitystateliness

   Antônimosabasementdishonorhumiliationindignityshame

3. High rank or positionC1formal

   A high or honorable rank, position, or title.

   Alto cargo

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

   Sinônimosdistinctioneminencehonornobilityprestigerankstandingstatus