dignified dignified /ˈdɪgnəˌfaɪd/

adjective

1. () Having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance  ( dignified )
   having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance
    Her dignified demeanor
   her dignified demeanor
    The director of the school was a dignified white-haired gentleman
   the director of the school was a dignified white-haired gentleman
   
2. () Having or showing self-esteem  ( self-respectful , self-respecting , dignified )
   having or showing self-esteem
   

 dignify dignify /ˈdɪgnəˌfaɪ/

verb

1. () Confer dignity or honor upon  ( ennoble , dignify )
   confer dignity or honor upon
    He was dignified with a title
   He was dignified with a title
   
2. Raise the status of  ( dignify )
   raise the status of
    I shall not dignify this insensitive remark with an answer
   I shall not dignify this insensitive remark with an answer