1. (n.) The state of being worthy or honorable; elevation of mind or character; true worth; excellence.
2. (n.) Elevation; grandeur.
3. (n.) Elevated rank; honorable station; high office, political or ecclesiastical; degree of excellence; preferment; exaltation.
4. (n.) Quality suited to inspire respect or reverence; loftiness and grace; impressiveness; stateliness; -- said of //en, manner, style, etc.
5. (n.) One holding high rank; a dignitary.
6. (n.) Fundamental principle; axiom; maxim.
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