as in majesty
a dignified bearing or appearance befitting someone of royal status
from an early age he had that special something, an aura of kingliness that foretold his future rise to the country's presidency
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Noun
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No one does anything in these paintings except turn their back on the viewer and stare forlornly at the world in all its sublime majesty, which Friedrich suggests is a mirror for the world within.—
Jerry Saltz,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025 -
His every soaring note was an homage to their majesty.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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Heston’s square-jawed nobility was rarely better exploited — not even a cameo from Jesus near the end can overshadow his magisterial heroism. 42.—
Will Leitch,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
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From ancient civilizations and medieval nobility to modern investors, gold has remained one of the most high-demand assets in human history.—
Nathan Mahr,
Sacramento Bee,
26 Feb. 2025
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International Women's Day is a time to recognize the achievements of women and girls everywhere and recommit our efforts to advance dignity, opportunity, and equality for all.—
Jackson Thompson,
Fox News,
9 Mar. 2025
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Despite the fact that Baltimore has long battled high crime rates and public safety concerns, ours is a beautiful city full of promise and good people of dignity and integrity.—
Baltimore Sun Editorial Board,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Kingliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kingliness. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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