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.
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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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