dignified
adjective
dig·ni·fied
ˈdig-nə-ˌfīd 
: showing or expressing dignity
a dignified manner
looking dignified in a suit and tie
Examples of dignified in a Sentence
She has a kind but dignified manner.
He looked very dignified in his new suit.
The hotel's lobby is dignified but inviting.
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Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Ten years ago, women dressed well and looked dignified.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
Bell said that a conclusion to Cleaver’s tenure in the House warrants a more dignified end than Republicans forcing him out.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
Adorned with Japanese flowers and trees of the season, the vase gives a dignified, graceful welcome to visitors arriving in the main entrance lobby.
—Isabelle Kliger, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for dignified
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“Dignified.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dignified. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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dignified
adjective
dig·ni·fied
ˈdig-nə-ˌfīd
: having or showing dignity
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