Dignitary

Pronunciation: /ˈdɪɡnəˌtɛriː/

Dignitary (noun)

  1. A person with high status, often an official, who is respected and treated with great politeness.
  2. A very important guest at a ceremony or meeting, usually from government, business, or international organizations.

Examples

  • The important official arrived early for the meeting.
  • The important official signed the document in the hall.