CEFR B2

stately

adjective

Meaning

Having a dignified, grand, and impressive appearance or manner.

Examples

The queen's stately procession moved slowly through the cheering crowds.
He had a stately bearing that commanded respect.

Synonyms: dignified, majestic, grand, imposing

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stately (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈsteɪtli/

Definition

Having a dignified, grand, and impressive appearance or manner.

Examples

The queen's stately procession moved slowly through the cheering crowds.
He had a stately bearing that commanded respect.
The stately oak tree stood tall and majestic in the park.

Synonyms of stately

Words with a similar meaning to stately:

dignified
majestic
grand
imposing

Antonyms of stately

Words with the opposite meaning to stately:

undignified
awkward

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