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Noun — A serious and dignified manner that commands respect.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin gravitās ("weight, heaviness") — a doublet of the English word "gravity".

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What does “gravitas” mean?

The word “gravitas” means a serious and dignified manner that commands respect. In plain terms, a dignified, serious presence that makes people take you seriously.

How do you pronounce “gravitas”?

“Gravitas” is pronounced GRAV-ih-tahs (/ˈɡɹævɪtɑs/ in IPA).

How do you use “gravitas” in a sentence?

Here is “gravitas” used in a sentence: “The judge spoke with a quiet gravitas that silenced the room.”

What part of speech is “gravitas”?

“Gravitas” is a noun.

Where does the word “gravitas” come from?

The word “gravitas” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin gravitās ("weight, heaviness") — a doublet of the English word "gravity".

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