condignity

noun con·dig·ni·ty \ kənˈdignətē , kän- \

Definition of condignity

plural -es

1 obsolete : merit, worthiness

2 : merit described in scholastic theology as earned in distinction from that which is given : merit acquired by works performed in a state of grace —distinguished from congruity

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