Definition of "dignity" []

• The quality or state of being worthy of esteem or respect. (noun)
• Inherent nobility and worth: the dignity of honest labor. (noun)
• Poise and self-respect. (noun)
• Stateliness and formality in manner and appearance. (noun)
• The respect and honor associated with an important position. (noun)

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• "They will soon realize that the best way to regain dignity is to call us what we are — an army of occupation — and force our withdrawal."
• ""She has brought the word dignity to new heights by her courage," Pelosi said."
• "I use the word dignity in a tongue-in-cheek way, because I realized I hadn't come far in the past 31 years when it comes to letting go of summer without wrapping my body around it and holding on for dear life."