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Dignity

noun

Being worthy of respect.

7 letters 3 syllables

What does Dignity mean?

Being worthy of respect.

Dictionary definition

The quality of being worthy of respect and value.

Example sentences

Dignity in a sentence

easy

Everyone should be treated with dignity.

medium

The speech asked people to protect human dignity.

hard

Dignity means worth that deserves respect.

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Practice the meaning of Dignity

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does dignity mean?

Practice 2

Which choice is closest in meaning to dignity?

Practice 3

Which choice is the best antonym or contrast for dignity?

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Dignity

Voice settings
Sounds like

dig · nuh · tee · strongest beat: dig

Synonyms

Words like Dignity

worthValue that deserves respect.
self-respectRespect for yourself.
honorRespect shown or deserved.
Antonyms

Opposite words

disrespectLack of respect.
shameA painful loss of respect or pride.
Synonym practice

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Word family

Dignity word family

Base word

dignity

noun

dignity

Base form of dignity.

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