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stately
state·ly [ stáytlee ] (comparative state·li·er, superlative state·li·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. impressively weighty and dignified: characterized by an impressively weighty and dignified but graceful manner
2. grand and imposing: grand and imposing in appearance

state·li·ness noun
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