noun (n)

• the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect(noun.attribute)

  Example:
  It was beneath his dignity to cheat.
  Showed his true dignity when under pressure.
  

  Synonym:
  self-regard, self-respect, self-worth
  

  source: wordnet30
• formality in bearing and appearance(noun.attribute)

  Example:
  He behaved with great dignity.
  

  Synonym:
  gravitas, lordliness
  

  source: wordnet30
• high office or rank or station(noun.state)

  Example:
  He respected the dignity of the emissaries.
  

  source: wordnet30
• The state of being worthy or honorable; elevation of mind or character; true worth; excellence.(noun)

  source: webster1913