1. (n.) The state of being worthy or honorable; elevation of mind or character; true worth; excellence.

2. (n.) Elevation; grandeur.

3. (n.) Elevated rank; honorable station; high office, political or ecclesiastical; degree of excellence; preferment; exaltation.

4. (n.) Quality suited to inspire respect or reverence; loftiness and grace; impressiveness; stateliness; -- said of //en, manner, style, etc.

5. (n.) One holding high rank; a dignitary.

6. (n.) Fundamental principle; axiom; maxim.