na-adjective, noun
correct and solemn; dignified and proper
Describes a person's demeanor, behavior, or atmosphere as formally correct, serious, and dignified. Rare literary word; in modern Japanese, 端正 (たんせい) or 厳か (おごそか) are more common.
彼の端厳な態度に、皆が敬意を払った。
Everyone showed respect for his dignified and proper demeanor.
式典は端厳な雰囲気の中で執り行われた。
The ceremony was conducted in a solemn atmosphere.