lordliness

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun formality in bearing and appearance
  2. noun overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors

Etymology

From Middle English lordlines, lordlynes, lordlinesse, equivalent to lordly + -ness.

In classic literature

Synonyms

dignity, gravitas

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