Main Entry: state·ly

Pronunciation: \-lē\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): state·li·er; state·li·est

Date: 15th century

1 a : marked by lofty or imposing dignity b : haughty, unapproachable
2 : impressive in size or proportions

synonyms see grand

— state·li·ness noun

— stately adverb