Deign
/deΙͺn/
The meaning and definition of Deign, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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To condescend; to do despite a perceived affront to one's dignity.
βHe didn't even deign to give us a nod of the head; he thought us that far beneath him.β
- To condescend to give; to do something.
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Origin
From Middle English deignen, from Old French deignier, from Latin dignari.
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