Dignamente (en. Worthily)

/diɣ.naˈmen.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
In a way that reflects respectable and honorable behavior.
The athlete withdrew dignifiedly after his last competition.
El atleta se retiró dignamente tras su última competición.
With decorum and respect in difficult situations.
Despite the adversities, he faced life dignifiedly.
A pesar de las adversidades, enfrentó la vida dignamente.
Acting in accordance with one's own dignity.
It is important that we treat others dignifiedly.
Es importante que tratemos a los demás dignamente.

Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'digno', which comes from the Latin 'dignus', meaning 'worthy, deserving'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to live dignifiedly
To exist in a way that respects one's own dignity.
vivir dignamente
to treat dignifiedly
To offer respect and consideration to others.
tratar dignamente
to leave dignifiedly
To withdraw from a situation with elegance and honor.
irse dignamente

Related Words

worthy
That deserves respect or consideration.
digno
dignity
The quality of what is worthy.
dignidad
unworthy
That does not deserve respect or consideration.
indigno

Slang Meanings

In an appropriate or acceptable manner.
At the party, he behaved dignifiedly, avoiding scandals.
En la fiesta se comportó dignamente, evitando los escándalos.
With a level of respect expected in social situations.
It is expected that everyone dresses dignifiedly at the gala.
Se espera que todos se vistan dignamente en la gala.