angelindiskies:

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.