Definitions

1. verb

to give dignity or importance to something or someone; to treat or regard someone with dignity

“The museum’s new exhibit aims to dignify the lives of people from a bygone era.”

2. verb (transitive)

to make someone or something appear or seem dignified

“The actress worked hard to dignify her character in the movie.”

3. verb (intransitive)

to acquire dignity or importance

“After winning the award, the artist felt dignified by her peers.”