august — Inspiring reverence or admiration; of supreme dignity. Characterized by majestic dignity or grandeur.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Inspiring reverence or admiration; of supreme dignity. Characterized by majestic dignity or grandeur.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːˈɡʌst/
Korean meaning: 위엄 있는, 장엄한
Korean pronunciation: 어-거스트 (강세: 어)
Example Sentences
- The professor's august demeanor made even the rowdy students sit up straight.
- She entered the august halls of the Supreme Court with great reverence.
- The wedding venue looked so august that guests whispered instead of talking normally.
august
ADJECTIVE//ɔːˈɡʌst//
Inspiring reverence or admiration; of supreme dignity. Characterized by majestic dignity or grandeur.
Inspiring reverence or admiration; of supreme dignity. Characterized by majestic dignity or grandeur.
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August and robust, despite the rust!
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Origin
From Latin 'augustus' meaning 'sacred' or 'venerable,' the same word used as a title for Roman Emperor Augustus. The emperor's name became associated with dignity and grandeur.
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“The professor's august demeanor made even the rowdy students sit up straight.”
“She entered the august halls of the Supreme Court with great reverence.”
“The wedding venue looked so august that guests whispered instead of talking normally.”
“His august reputation preceded him wherever he went.”
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