dignité

This is the 4182nd most frequent French word.

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dignité

The quality of being worthy of respect or honor.


Metaphorical sense of self-respect and grace in adversity.

Même dans les moments les plus difficiles, elle a toujours conservé sa dignité.

Even in the most challenging times, she always maintained her dignity.


Standard expression to denote basic human respect.

Il est important de traiter chaque individu avec respect et dignité.

It is important to treat every individual with respect and dignity.


Literal sense of honor and esteem associated with a role or position.

La dignité du poste qu'il occupe exige qu'il agisse avec intégrité.

The dignity of the position he holds demands that he acts with integrity.