stately (adj.)

  1. impressive in appearance; a baronial mansion; an imposing residence; a noble tree; severe-looking policemen sat astride noble horses; stately columns

    [ Syn: baronial , imposing , noble ]

  2. of size and dignity suggestive of a statue

    [ Syn: statuesque ]

  3. refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court; a courtly gentleman

    [ Syn: courtly , formal ]

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