Question

magister brangwain spurge stood with dignity by the bed, as if posing for a statue of a conquering commander. source: the assassination of brangwain spurge in this sentence, dignity means: formality in bearing and appearance uncertainty about what to do the physical condition of being tense or strained liveliness and eagerness

Explanation:

The context shows Magister Brangwain Spurge is standing in a noble - like way, similar to a conquering commander. "Dignity" here refers to a sense of formality and nobility in his bearing and appearance.

Answer:

formality in bearing and appearance