1. superlative form of august; most dignified, noble, or impressive in appearance or manner
Usage: formal; literary
2. superlative form of august; most venerable or worthy of respect due to age, wisdom, or position
Usage: formal; literary

Examples

• The augustest members of the academy gathered for the ceremony.
• She carried herself with the augustest bearing of any diplomat in the room.
• The cathedral's augustest columns reached toward the vaulted ceiling.
• He was considered the augustest scholar of his generation.
• The augustest traditions of the institution were carefully preserved.
• In the augustest tones, the judge pronounced the verdict.