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august

  (ô-gŭst')

1. Inspiring awe or admiration; majestic: the august presence of the monarch. See synonyms at grand.
2. Venerable for reasons of age or high rank.

[Latin augustus.]

adjective

1. Large and impressive in size, scope, or extent: baronial, grand, grandiose, imposing, lordly, magnific, magnificent, majestic, noble, princely, regal, royal, splendid, stately, sublime, superb. See big/small/amount, good/bad.
2. Raised to or occupying a high position or rank: elevated, exalted, grand, high-ranking, lofty. See rise/fall.

Definition: dignified, noble
Antonyms: undignified

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