Dignify

/ˈdɪɡ.nɪ.faɪ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make (something) seem worthy and impressive.

The award ceremony was designed to dignify the achievements of the nominees.

To confer honor or value upon.

He felt it was important to dignify the contributions of all team members.

To treat with respect and honor.

The charity event aimed to dignify the struggles of those less fortunate.

From the Latin 'dignificare', from 'dignus' meaning 'worthy'.

dignify the occasion

To make an event seem more serious or important.

dignity in defeat

Maintaining a sense of respect or honor even when losing.

dignify oneself

To act in a manner that is worthy of respect.

dignity

The state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect.

dignified

Having or showing a composed or serious manner that is worthy of respect.

undignified

Not worthy of respect or dignity.

To elevate something to a higher state or status.

He really knows how to dignify the most mundane tasks.

To give someone respect they don't really deserve.

Don't dignify his nonsense with a response.