noun pl. dignities
- the quality of being worthy of esteem or honor; worthiness
- high repute; honor
- the degree of worth, repute, or honor
- a high position, rank, or title
- loftiness of appearance or manner; stateliness
- proper pride and self-respect
- Archaic a dignitary
Origin:
ME & OFr dignite < L dignitas, worth, merit < dignus, worthy < IE base *dek-, to receive, be fitting > décor, docile