Английский разговорный словарь (основной) - dignity

ˈdɪɡnɪtɪ n. (pl. -ies) 1 a composed and serious manner or style. 2 the state of being worthy of honour or respect. 3 worthiness, excellence (the dignity of work). 4 a high or honourable rank or position. 5 high regard or estimation. øbeneath one's dignity not considered worthy enough for one to do. stand on one's dignity insist (esp. by one's manner) on being treated with due respect. [ME f. OF dignet÷, dignit÷ f. L dignitas -tatis f. dignus worthy]