dig·ni·ty 
/ˈdɪgnəti/ noun
/ˈdɪgnəti/ noun [noncount] 1 : a way of appearing or behaving that suggests seriousness and self-control
▪ She showed dignity in defeat. ▪ The ceremony was conducted with great dignity. 2 : the quality of being worthy of honor or respect
▪ Theirs is a country that cherishes freedom and human dignity.
▪ She showed dignity in defeat. ▪ The ceremony was conducted with great dignity.
▪ Theirs is a country that cherishes freedom and human dignity.
beneath your dignity
: suitable for someone who is less important than you
▪ He thought washing dishes was beneath his dignity. [=he thought that he was too good or important to wash dishes]
▪ He thought washing dishes was beneath his dignity. [=he thought that he was too good or important to wash dishes]
