Deign
Deign verb - To descend to a level that is beneath one's dignity.
Usage example: I wouldn't deign to answer that absurd accusation
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Demean and deign are semantically related In some cases you can use "Demean" instead a verb "Deign".
Nearby Word: deigning
Demean
Demean verb - To lower in character, dignity, or quality.
Deign and demean are semantically related in condescend topic. Sometimes you can use "Deign" instead a verb "Demean".
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