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The definition of stately is someone or something with a majestic and dignified manner.

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A large and impressive house is an example of something that would be described as stately.

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adjective statelier, stateliest

imposing; dignified; majestic
slow, dignified, and deliberate: a stately pace

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stateliness noun

See stately in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective state·li·er, state·li·est

Dignified and impressive, as in size or proportions. See Synonyms at grand.
Majestic; lofty.

adverb

In a ceremonious or imposing manner.

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Origin: Middle English statly

Origin: , from state, state, rank; see State

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stateˈli·ness noun

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