stately
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for stately, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Grand and dignified in appearance or manner.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
baronial
courtly
statuesque
Antonyms
How to use stately
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
stately home
stately manner
stately pace
Etymology
From Middle English stateli, formed from state plus the adjective ending -ly.
Full origin of stately →Frequently asked questions
What does “stately” mean?
The word “stately” means grand and dignified in appearance or manner. In plain terms, impressively grand, dignified, and unhurried.
How do you pronounce “stately”?
“Stately” is pronounced STAYT-lee (/ˈsteɪtli/ in IPA).
How do you use “stately” in a sentence?
Here is “stately” used in a sentence: “The stately old mansion overlooked the river.”
What part of speech is “stately”?
“Stately” is an adjective.
Where does the word “stately” come from?
The word “stately” comes from Middle English. From Middle English stateli, formed from state plus the adjective ending -ly.
