stately

English

/ˈsteɪtli/

adj
Definitions
  • Of people: worthy of respect; dignified, regal.
  • Of movement: deliberate, unhurried; dignified.
  • Grand, impressive, imposing.

Etymology

Suffix from English state (phase of matter).

Origin

English

state

Gloss

phase of matter

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