1. having a dignified, impressive, or majestic appearance or manner
2. slow and deliberate in movement

1. in a stately manner; with dignity and grandeur

Examples

• The stately mansion stood at the end of the tree-lined drive.
• She walked with stately grace across the ballroom floor.
• The old oak trees created a stately avenue through the park.
• The judge entered the courtroom in a stately manner.
• The cathedral’s stately spires dominated the city skyline.
• He moved stately through the crowd, acknowledging each guest.
• The stately procession made its way slowly down the street.