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Deign

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Implied SuperiorityPlay
Using 'deign' suggests you think you're lowering yourself to do something not worthy of your status. SlideThe celebrity didn't deign to attend the local award ceremony.
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Rarely ComplimentaryPlay
'Deign' often implies criticism or sarcasm towards the subject's attitude. SlideHe finally deigned to acknowledge the intern's presence.
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Formal ContextPlay
The word 'deign' is formal and best used in writing or formal speech. SlideThe professor deigned to consider the alternative theory.
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