威严 (wēi yán) — (adjective) dignified, majestic, imposing; (noun) dignity, awe-inspiring presence

Définition

威严 is a high-register word for solemn, awe-inspiring dignity — more literary than 严肃, and emphasizes commanding presence that inspires respect or fear rather than just being serious.

adjective
dignifiedmajesticimposing
noun
dignityawe-inspiring presence

Exemples

  • 威严
    Zhè wèi lǎo jiàng jūn kàn qǐ lái shí fēn wēi yán.
    This old general looks very dignified.
  • 威严
    Gù gōng de jiàn zhù hóng wěi wēi yán, lìng rén jìng wèi.
    The architecture of the Forbidden City is magnificent and imposing, inspiring awe.
  • 威严
    Tā zài fǎ tíng shàng bǎo chí le wēi yán, méi yǒu biǎo xiàn chū huāng zhāng.
    He maintained his dignity in court and did not show any panic.
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