dignify
Pronunciation: /ˈdɪɡnɪfaɪ/
The English word “dignify” has 4 meanings listed here.
verb
- To invest with dignity or honour.
- To give distinction to.
- To exalt in rank.
- To treat as worthy or acceptable; to indulge or condone by acknowledging.
Etymology
From Old French dignifier, from Late Latin dignificare, from dignus (“worthy”) + ficare (in comp.), facere (“to make”). See deign and fact.
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