CultureJuly 5, 2026
dignitary
/ˈdɪɡ.nɪ.ter.i/
Definition
A person considered to be important because of their high rank, official status, or office.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'dignitas,' meaning 'worth' or 'merit.' It entered English through the Old French 'dignitaire' to describe someone holding a position of dignity or authority.
In the news
The term is used in a headline to describe high-ranking figures attending a funeral. It highlights that the event was significant enough to attract people of notable public importance and status.
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