dig·ni·ty
[dig-ni-tee]
–noun, plural -ties.
1.bearing, conduct, or speech indicative of self-respect or appreciation of the formality or gravity of an occasion or situation.
2.nobility or elevation of character; worthiness: dignity of sentiments.
3.elevated rank, office, station, etc.
4.relative standing; rank.
5.a sign or token of respect: an impertinent question unworthy of the dignity of an answer.
6.Archaic .
a.person of high rank or title.
b.such persons collectively.