Sense of self-importance (7)
'sense of self-importance' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for dignity that I've seen before include "Formality in bearing and appearance" , "Nobleness" , "Calmness and self-control" , "Decorum, propriety" , "high position" .)
'sense of self-importance' is the definition.
(one's sense of self)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for ego that I've seen before include "See 21 Down" , "number one" , "Person's sense of self" , "Consciousness" , "Sense of identity" .)