dignitary
noun
dig·ni·tary
ˈdig-nə-ˌter-ē 
-ˌte-rē
plural dignitaries
: one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
dignitary
adjective
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The dinner was attended by many foreign dignitaries.
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Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 24 May 2025
The ceremony will feature local dignitaries and a benediction from Elgin Police Department chaplain Al Keating.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2025
The city will also hold its Memorial Day observance from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 26, with guest speakers, local dignitaries and performances from area groups.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 May 2025
Attendees at the mass, which marks the official beginning of Leo's papacy, included Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, along with other political figures and religious dignitaries.
—Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 18 May 2025
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dignitary
noun
dig·ni·tary
ˈdig-nə-ˌter-ē
plural dignitaries
: a person of high position or honor
dignitaries of the church
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