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Raredeigning
The correct spelling is deigning.
How to pronounce deigning
verb
Say it like: Day-nin-g
The correct spelling is deigning. To condescend; to do despite a perceived affront to one's dignity. For example: "He didn't even deign to give us a nod of the head; he thought us that far beneath him."
Usage Examples
“He didn't even deign to give us a nod of the head; he thought us that far beneath him.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To condescend; to do despite a perceived affront to one's dignity.
- 2.To condescend to give; to do something.
- 3.To esteem worthy; to consider worth notice.
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