Definitions

stately

[steyt-lee] / ˈsteɪt li /

ADJECTIVE

dignified, impressive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ceremonial elegant gracious grand imperial imposing luxurious magnificent massive opulent palatial solemn sumptuous towering

WEAK

august ceremonious conventional courtly deliberate elevated formal gallant grandiose haughty high high-minded highfalutin imperious kingly large lofty majestic measured monumental noble pompous portly proud queenly regal royal stiff superb

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bad common insignificant little mean minor ordinary poor small tiny ugly unimportant unimpressive

WEAK

ignoble informal undignified unstately

Example Sentences

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The book also compared the UK to a "rambling stately home" in which the power was only on in some rooms.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

“From arrival, the stately facade, dramatic architectural lines, and sweeping sight lines create a striking first impression.”

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

“The Heart of the Andes,” a huge piece shown in stately solitude, had been widely advertised by a publicity agent.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

But it’s Christopher who brings the house down at the end of the first act, delivering a version of “Anthem” that will reverberate inside the Imperial for as long as that stately Broadway house stands.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Most were gray-haired, faces lined with time and learning: they looked stately, implacable.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell

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