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Lordliness (Noun)

Meaning 1

Formality in bearing and appearance; "he behaved with great dignity".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • Her majestic posture and aristocratic features radiated an air of unmistakable lordliness that commanded the respect of everyone in the room.
  • The aristocrat's lordliness was evident in the way he addressed his staff with an air of quiet authority and gravitas.
  • Despite his humble origins, the socialite carried himself with a sense of lordliness that earned him an invite to the most exclusive parties in town.
  • His lordliness was palpable as he strode into the boardroom, exuding the confidence and poise of a seasoned executive.
  • The judge's lordliness in the courtroom was tempered by a dry sense of humor and an unwavering commitment to fairness and justice.

Synonyms

  • Gravitas
  • Dignity

Hypernyms

  • Mien
  • Bearing
  • Presence

Related Words

  • Lordly (adjective)

Meaning 2

Overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The cold demeanor and haughty tone of the aristocrat exuded an air of lordliness, instantly silencing the staff.
  • Her eyes seemed to gleam with an unspoken superiority, as if her lordliness was an inalienable right.
  • Despite the criticism, he continued to speak in a condescending manner, oozing lordliness from every pore.
  • As a new manager, she quickly alienated her team with her imperious attitude and unmistakable air of lordliness.
  • His voice, like a judge's verdict, dripped with lordliness as he looked down on those who disagreed with him.

Synonyms

  • Hauteur
  • High-handedness
  • Arrogance
  • Haughtiness

Hypernyms

  • Superbia
  • Pride

Hyponyms

  • Overbearingness
  • Domineeringness
  • Condescension
  • Snobbism
  • Disdainfulness
  • Snobbery
  • Contemptuousness
  • Snobbishness
  • Hubris
  • Imperiousness
  • Superiority
  • Superciliousness

Related Words

  • Lordly (adjective)
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