dignity

• 名词，指值得尊重、荣誉或敬意的品质或状态；也指自尊和端庄自持的意识。

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.

   尊严

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

   同义词eminenceesteemhonormeritnobilityprestigerespectstandingstatureworth

   反义词disgracedishonorignominyindignityshame

2. Self-respect and composureB2formal

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

   尊严

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

   同义词composuredecorumgravityhonormajestynobilitypoiseprideself-esteemself-respectself-worthseriousnesssolemnitystateliness

   反义词abasementdishonorhumiliationindignityshame

3. High rank or positionC1formal

   A high or honorable rank, position, or title.

   高位

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

   同义词distinctioneminencehonornobilityprestigerankstandingstatus