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dignity

Pronunciation: [ˈdɪgnɪti]

Word

Context: “respect”

(noun) the quality of being worthy of honor and respect. It means treating yourself and others well and recognizing their value.

Example

Everyone should be treated with dignity, no matter who they are.

Example

He lost his dignity when he was embarrassed in front of the entire class.

Example

How can we show dignity to people in our community?

Context: “self-respect”

(noun) a sense of pride in oneself and one's worth. It means believing that you are important and deserve to be treated well.

Example

She carried herself with dignity, even during tough times.

Example

He felt a lack of dignity after the unfair treatment he received.

Example

What does it mean to have dignity in difficult situations?

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