lordliness Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun formality in bearing and appearance
dignity; gravitas.
- he behaved with great dignity
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noun overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
high-handedness; haughtiness; hauteur; arrogance.
WordNet
Lord"li*ness noun
Etymology
FromDefinitions
The state or quality of being lordly. Shak.