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View usage for: condign in British English (kənˈdaɪn) adjective(esp of a punishment) fitting; deserved Derived forms condignly (conˈdignly) adverb Word origin C15: from Old French condigne, from Latin condignus, from dignus worthy condign in American English (kənˈdaɪn; ˈkɑnˌdaɪn) adjective deserved; suitable said esp. of punishment for wrongdoing Derived forms condignly (conˈdignly) adverb Word origin ME & OFr condigne < L condignus, very worthy < com-, intens. + dignus, worthy: see dignity Synonyms of 'condign'fitting, just, meet, deserved More Synonyms of condign Synonyms meet (archaic) richly-deserved Additional synonymsDefinition just enough in amount or just good enough in quality an amount adequate to purchase another house Synonyms sufficient, enough, capable, suitable, requisiteDefinition right or suitable It is appropriate that Irish names dominate the list. Synonyms suitable, right, fitting, fit, suited, correct, belonging, relevant, proper, to the point, in keeping, apt, applicable, pertinent, befitting, well-suited, well-timed, apposite, apropos, opportune (formal), becoming, seemly, felicitous, germane, to the purpose, appurtenant, congruous, meet (archaic) Definition rightfully earned Her reputation for political skill is well deserved. Synonyms well-earned, just, right, meet (archaic), fitting, due, fair, earned, appropriate, justified, suitable, merited, proper, warranted, rightful, justifiable, condign- condescend
- condescending
- condescension
- condign
- condition
- conditional
- conditioned
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