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dignified

ˈdɪɡnɪfʌɪd

adjective

having or showing a composed or serious manner that is worthy of respect.

she maintained a dignified silence

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decorous

ˈdɛk(ə)rəs

adjective

in keeping with good taste and propriety; polite and restrained.

Charlotte gave David a decorous kiss

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debonair

ˌdɛbəˈnɛː

adjective

confident, stylish, and charming (typically used of a man).

all the men looked debonair and handsome in white tie and tails

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courteous

ˈkəːtɪəs

adjective

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner.

she was courteous and obliging to all

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chivalrous

ˈʃɪv(ə)lrəs

adjective

courteous and gallant, especially towards women (typically used of a man or his behaviour).

shall I be chivalrous and offer you my coat?

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ceremonious

sɛrɪˈməʊnɪəs

adjective

relating or appropriate to grand and formal occasions.

a Great Hall where ceremonious and public appearances were made

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ceremonial

sɛrɪˈməʊnɪəl

adjective

relating to or used for formal religious or public events.

a ceremonial occasion

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noun

the system of rules and procedures to be observed at a formal or religious occasion.

the procedure was conducted with all due ceremonial

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