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condign definition

con·dign (kən dīn′, kän′dīn′)

adjective

deserved; suitable: said esp. of punishment for wrongdoing

Etymology: ME & OFr condigne < L condignus, very worthy < com-, intens. + dignus, worthy: see dignity

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