雍容 (yōng róng) — dignified, graceful, and poised (of a person's bearing or manner)

Definition

Literary word for a calm, unhurried dignity in bearing and manner — closer to 'majestic composure' than to 漂亮 (pretty) or 优雅 (elegant in style). Often used for older or high-status people in writing.

verb
dignifiedgracefuland poised (of a person's bearing or manner)

Examples

  • 雍容
    Tā jǔ zhǐ yōng róng, hěn yǒu dà jiā fēng fàn.
    Her manner is dignified and graceful, very much like a person from a distinguished family.
  • 雍容
    Zhè wèi lǎo jiào shòu tài dù yōng róng, lìng rén zūn jìng.
    This old professor's demeanor is poised and commands respect.
  • 雍容
    Tā chuān zhuó qí páo, xiǎn de shí fēn yōng róng.
    Wearing a cheongsam, she looks very dignified and graceful.

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