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Deigned Meaning in English

word · lemma: deign

التعريف

To do something that you think is beneath you, often showing that you feel superior or reluctant. Usually used to describe someone who lowers themselves to do a favor or small act.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Very formal, often literary or ironic. Usually appears in negative or sarcastic contexts: 'She barely deigned to speak.' Rare in modern spoken English. Do not use as a synonym for 'agreed' or 'volunteered'; it implies reluctance and superiority.

جمل نموذجية

She finally deigned to answer my question.

basic

He deigned to help us when we were struggling.

basic

He never deigned to reply to my emails.

natural

They only deigned to show up once everyone else had left.

natural

The king deigned to visit the village.

basic

She barely deigned to look in my direction.

natural