dignified
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- dignifiedly adverb
- dignifiedness noun
- quasi-dignified adjective
- undignified adjective
- undignifiedly adverb
Etymology
Origin of dignified
Example Sentences
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He says the staff come in to work around the clock to care for patients in the most dignified and respectful way they can.
From BBC
The surrounding Westlake neighborhood, one of the densest immigrant communities in the United States, deserves quality public amenities and dignified treatment.
From Los Angeles Times
The tribunal concluded "real accountability" for Rose's presence in the changing room was down to NHS managers who had given Rose permission to be there and not offered a suitable, dignified alternative.
From BBC
Monarchical trappings dignified Napoleon Bonaparte’s power grab and still dignify the Inauguration Days of American presidents.
Bipartisan proposals, such as the Dream Act and Dignity Act, would promote border security and a dignified process for long-term immigrants and Dreamers to achieve legal status.
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