dignitary
/'dignitəri/
Definition
Noun: A person who holds a high rank or office, especially in government or a religious institution; someone considered important or influential, often due to their official position.
Examples
- Noun:
- The mayor and other local dignitaries attended the opening ceremony of the new hospital.
- The conference was attended by foreign dignitaries from over twenty countries.
- As a church dignitary, the bishop was responsible for several parishes.
Advanced Usage
- The term often implies a degree of formality and respect associated with the person's office. It can sometimes carry a subtle connotation of being overly self-important or pompous due to their status.
- The young diplomat found it difficult to get a straight answer from the aging dignitary.
Variants and Related Words
- Dignity (n): The state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect.
- He comported himself with great dignity during the crisis.
- Dignified (adj): Having or showing a composed or serious manner that is worthy of respect.
- Her dignified response to the criticism earned her admiration.
Synonyms
- Official: A person holding public office or having official duties.
- Luminary: A person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere.
- V.I.P. (Very Important Person): A person of great influence or prestige.
Idioms and Phrases
- Dignitary status: The condition of being treated as or recognized as a dignitary.
- The visiting professor was granted dignitary status during her stay at the university.
Noun
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an important or influential (and often overbearing) person
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