Dictionary Definitions, Synomyns, Antonyms, and related words for Dignitary
Definitions for: Dignitary
[n] an important or influential (and often overbearing) person
Webster (1913) Definition: Dig"ni*ta*ry, n.; pl. Dignitaries. [Cf. F.
dignitaire, fr. L. dignitas.]
One who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity
or honor; especially, one who holds an ecclesiastical rank
above that of a parochial priest or clergyman.