Deign and Give

Deign

Deign verb - To descend to a level that is beneath one's dignity.
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Synonyms for Deign

Give and deign are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Give" instead a verb "Deign".

Nearby Word: deigning

Give

Give verb - To make a present of.

Deign and give are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deign" instead a verb "Give".

Nearby Words: giving, given, giver

Both words in one sentence

  • The plot might not deign to give you the MacGuffin necessary to get out, for instance.
  • Double-Edged Answer Warhammer 40K: "Ask not the Eldar a question, for they will give you three answers, all of which are true and terrifying to know." Of course, that's if they actually deign to speak with you.
  • He is, as a result, extremely adverse to answering with a simple yes or no, or if he does deign to give a straight answer, he often says, "Yes... and no," followed by his usual verbose rhetoric when asked for clarification.
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