DIGNITY


Meaning of DIGNITY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ dɪgnɪti ]

1.

If someone behaves or moves with dignity , they are calm, controlled, and admirable.

...her extraordinary dignity and composure.

= poise

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2.

If you talk about the dignity of people or their lives or activities, you mean that they are valuable and worthy of respect.

...the sense of human dignity.

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3.

Your dignity is the sense that you have of your own importance and value, and other people’s respect for you.

She still has her dignity.

= self-respect

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