stately stately /ˈsteɪtli/

adjective

1. () Impressive in appearance  ( baronial , imposing , stately , noble )
   impressive in appearance
    A baronial mansion
   a baronial mansion
    An imposing residence
   an imposing residence
    A noble tree
   a noble tree
    Severe-looking policemen sat astride noble horses
   severe-looking policemen sat astride noble horses
    Stately columns
   stately columns
   
2. Refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court  ( courtly , formal , stately )
   refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court
    A courtly gentleman
   a courtly gentleman
   
3. Of size and dignity suggestive of a statue  ( stately , statuesque )
   of size and dignity suggestive of a statue