noun
dignity; majesty; solemnity; gravity
A weighty, commanding presence that inspires respect or awe. Used for people, institutions, ceremonies, and formal settings.
裁判官は威厳のある態度で法廷に臨んだ。
The judge faced the courtroom with a dignified demeanor.
この寺院は古い威厳を保
This temple retains its ancient solemnity.
Composed of 威 (authority, majesty) and 厳 (stern, solemn). The combination has been used in classical Chinese and Japanese to denote an awe-inspiring, dignified presence.