DIGNIFYING

dignifying, ennobling

(adjective) investing with dignity or honor; “the dignifying effect of his presence”; “the ennobling influence of cultural surroundings”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Verb

dignifying

present participle of dignify

Source: Wiktionary

DIGNIFY

Dig"ni*fy, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Dignified; p. pr. & vb. n. Dignifying.] Etym: [OF. dignifier, fr. LL. d; L. dignus worthy + ficare (in comp.), facere to make. See Deign, and Fact.]

Definition: To invest with dignity or honor; to make illustrious; to give distinction to; to exalt in rank; to honor. Your worth will dignity our feast. B. Jonson.

Syn.

– To exalt; elevate; prefer; advance; honor; illustrate; adorn; ennoble.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition