dignitary
noun
dig·ni·tary
ˈdig-nə-ˌter-ē 
-ˌte-rē
plural dignitaries
: one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
dignitary
adjective
Examples of dignitary in a Sentence
The dinner was attended by many foreign dignitaries.
Recent Examples on the Web
Various dignitaries attended the unveiling ceremony.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Apr. 2024
All roads lead to Sunday’s (June 30) BET Awards 2024 to cap off a busy few days in the City of Angels paying homage to hip-hop’s legacy and the dignitaries of Black culture.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
Her apartment has hosted countless young activists and world dignitaries over the years, besides serving as an instrumental gathering space for some of the earliest meetings of Ms. magazine, the feminist publication Steinem cofounded in 1971.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2024
Having created bespoke pieces for the King of Malaysia and other dignitaries, Tupper’s debut collection mixes textures and colors in worldly yet subtle compositions.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
The early vehicles carried dignitaries, including Missouri Gov. Mike Parson, Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly and Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2024
The display has been a frequent backdrop for visiting foreign dignitaries, including President Biden, who strolled the square last year.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2024
Local and national dignitaries will be in attendance.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
Politicians, dignitaries and celebrities joined members of the public on Saturday at a state funeral to honor Brian Mulroney, one of Canada’s most consequential prime ministers who in the 1980s solidified trade ties with the U.S. and spoke out against South Africa’s apartheid.
—Rob Gillies, Fortune, 23 Mar. 2024
Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Apr. 2024
All roads lead to Sunday’s (June 30) BET Awards 2024 to cap off a busy few days in the City of Angels paying homage to hip-hop’s legacy and the dignitaries of Black culture.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
Her apartment has hosted countless young activists and world dignitaries over the years, besides serving as an instrumental gathering space for some of the earliest meetings of Ms. magazine, the feminist publication Steinem cofounded in 1971.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2024
Having created bespoke pieces for the King of Malaysia and other dignitaries, Tupper’s debut collection mixes textures and colors in worldly yet subtle compositions.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
The early vehicles carried dignitaries, including Missouri Gov. Mike Parson, Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly and Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas.
—The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2024
The display has been a frequent backdrop for visiting foreign dignitaries, including President Biden, who strolled the square last year.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2024
Local and national dignitaries will be in attendance.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
Politicians, dignitaries and celebrities joined members of the public on Saturday at a state funeral to honor Brian Mulroney, one of Canada’s most consequential prime ministers who in the 1980s solidified trade ties with the U.S. and spoke out against South Africa’s apartheid.
—Rob Gillies, Fortune, 23 Mar. 2024
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“Dignitary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dignitary. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
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dignitary
noun
dig·ni·tary
ˈdig-nə-ˌter-ē
plural dignitaries
: a person of high position or honor
dignitaries of the church
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