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deign

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of deign

to descend to a level that is beneath oneʼs dignity
  • I wouldnʼt deign to answer that absurd accusation
Synonyms of deign

condescend, stoop
Words Related to deign

abase, debase, degrade, demean, discredit, disgrace, dishonor, humble, humiliate, lower, shame
Near Antonyms of deign

rise

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