DEIGN Meaning and
Definition
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"Deign" is a verb that refers to the act of condescending or lowering oneself to do something that is considered beneath one's dignity or social status. It implies regarding the task or action as unworthy or beneath one's normal standard. When someone deigns to do something, they are willingly stooping down to something they deem lesser than their usual status.
The term is often used to describe situations in which someone of higher social standing or importance reluctantly agrees to interact or engage with someone or something perceived as inferior. This act of deigning is typically portrayed as an act of graciousness or benevolence on the part of the higher-ranking person.
The word "deign" carries a sense of superiority and arrogance, indicating that the person who is deigning considers themselves above the task or action requested of them. It often implies a certain level of contempt or disdain for the person, activity, or situation involved, as the person doing the deigning believes they are doing a favor by bestowing their attention or participation.
Overall, "deign" reflects an act of charity or magnanimity performed by an individual who believes they are lowering themselves to a lesser position or undertaking an activity they consider beneath their normal stature or importance.
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To think worthy; to condescend.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of DEIGN
The word "deign" comes from the Old French verb "deignier", which can be traced back to the Latin word "dignāre". In Latin, "dignāre" means "to deem worthy" or "to think fit". Over time, the word evolved in Old French to "deignier", with the same general meaning of "to think fit" or "to condescend", which is the sense it still carries today in English.
Idioms with the word DEIGN
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deign to do sth
The idiom "deign to do something" means to condescend or stoop to doing something that is considered beneath one's dignity or social status. It implies a sense of superiority and suggests that one is reluctantly granting a favor or showing an act of kindness towards someone or something perceived as lesser.
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deign to (do something)
The idiom "deign to (do something)" means to condescend or lower oneself in order to do something that is considered beneath one's dignity or status. It implies that someone is graciously agreeing to do something they consider to be beneath them.
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deign to do
The idiom "deign to do" means to reluctantly or condescendingly agree to do something, typically something that one considers below their dignity or status. It implies a sense of superiority, often accompanied by an attitude of begrudgingly accommodating a request or lowering oneself to the level of others.
Similar spelling words for DEIGN
- deacon,
- DeJohn,
- Deskin,
- dingo,
- Deegan,
- reign,
- Deshon,
- dejean,
- din,
- dig,
- den,
- deny,
- ten,
- feign,
- Deakin,
- deason,
- dying,
- design,
- dingy,
- dexone,
- dine,
- DEGEN,
- dyeing,
- tin,
- being,
- don,
- Doing.
Conjugate verb Deign
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT
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FUTURE
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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