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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
well-deserved or fitting, esp. of punishment or reprimand.
The judges are less likely to pursue condign punishment when the guilty party is rich and powerful. |
| related words: |
apposite, due, rightful |
| derivation: |
condignly (adv.) |
The word condign
contains the following part:
dign
Latin
root
that means
worthy
Example words: