stand on one's dignity
1stand on one's dignity — ► stand on one s dignity insist on being treated with respect. Main Entry: ↑dignity …
2stand on one's dignity — To assume a manner that asserts a claim to be treated with respect • • • Main Entry: ↑dignity * * * insist on being treated with due respect …
3To stand upon one's dignity — Dignity Dig ni*ty, n.; pl. {Dignities}. [OE. dignete, dignite, OF. dignet[ e], dignit[ e], F. dignit[ e], fr. L. dignitas, from dignus worthy. See {Dainty}, {Deign}.] 1. The state of being worthy or honorable; elevation of mind or character; true …
4stand on one's dignity — insist on being treated with due respect. → dignity …
5Stand on one's dig — claim respect for (one s rights, dignity, etc.) …
6stand on one's dig — Australian Slang claim respect for (one s rights, dignity, etc.) …
7Dignity — Dig ni*ty, n.; pl. {Dignities}. [OE. dignete, dignite, OF. dignet[ e], dignit[ e], F. dignit[ e], fr. L. dignitas, from dignus worthy. See {Dainty}, {Deign}.] 1. The state of being worthy or honorable; elevation of mind or character; true worth;… …
8dignity — ► NOUN (pl. dignities) 1) the state or quality of being worthy of respect. 2) a composed or serious manner. 3) a sense of pride in oneself. ● stand on one s dignity Cf. ↑stand on one s dignity …
9stand — v. & n. v. (past and past part. stood) 1 intr. have or take or maintain an upright position, esp. on the feet or a base. 2 intr. be situated or located (here once stood a village). 3 intr. be of a specified height (stands six foot three). 4 intr …
10dignity — /ˈdɪgnəti / (say dignuhtee) noun (plural dignities) 1. nobility of manner or style; stateliness; gravity. 2. nobleness or elevation of mind; worthiness: dignity of sentiments. 3. honourable place; elevated rank. 4. degree of excellence, either in …