dignified

UK
/ˈdɪɡnɪfaɪd/
US
/ˈdɪɡnɪfaɪd/
dignifiedadjective
more dignified
Comp.
most dignified
Super.
UK
/ˈdɪɡnɪfaɪd/
US
/ˈdɪɡnɪfaɪd/
Translations
digneSe dit d’une attitude, d’un comportement ou d’une personne gardant une réserve calme et respectable.
She maintained a dignified silence throughout the proceedings.
Elle a gardé un silence digne tout au long de l’audience.
digneEmploi soutenu pour décrire une apparence, une allure ou un aspect noble et solennel.
The dignified old mansion stood at the end of the avenue.
La vieille demeure digne se dressait au bout de l’avenue.
Definitions
Having or showing a composed or serious manner that is worthy of respect.
She maintained a dignified silence throughout the proceedings.
Marked by stately appearance, solemnity, or nobility.
The dignified old mansion stood at the end of the avenue.
dignifyverb

dignified

Past Simple

dignified
Past Simple
dignified
Past Participle
dignifying
Gerund
UK
/ˈdɪɡnɪfaɪ/
US
/ˈdɪɡnɪˌfaɪ/
Translations
The award ceremony was designed to dignify the achievements of the scientists.
La cérémonie de remise des prix était destinée à honorer les réalisations des scientifiques.
The simple meal was dignified by the elegant table setting and fine china.
Le repas simple a été rehaussé par une élégante mise de table et de la belle porcelaine.
Definitions
To confer honor or dignity upon someone or something.
The award ceremony was designed to dignify the achievements of the scientists.
To make something seem worthy and impressive, often more than it actually is.
The simple meal was dignified by the elegant table setting and fine china.
dignifypast participle

dignified

Used attributively and predicatively to describe people or things that possess dignity.
Translations
She maintained a dignified silence throughout the meeting.
Elle a gardé un silence digne pendant toute la réunion.
Definitions
Having or showing a composed, serious manner that is worthy of respect.
She maintained a dignified silence throughout the meeting.
dignifygerund / present participle
Definitions
Conferring or intended to confer dignity or honor; lending worth.
Donating anonymously can be a dignifying act.