Undignified

/ʌnˈdɪɡnɪfaɪd/ adjective

Definition

Lacking dignity or respect; behavior or appearance that is not serious, formal, or worthy of respect.

Etymology

Prefix 'un-' (not) plus 'dignified' from Latin 'dignitas' (worthiness). The word describes someone failing to maintain composure or proper conduct.

Kelly Says

History's most powerful people have done the most undignified things—even kings have been caught being silly, which proves that dignity is a performance we all keep up.

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