Expressions Of Respect

2 words in this vocabulary list

verb to do something that one considers to be beneath one's dignity; to condescend

  • The queen will deign to attend the charity event next week.
  • I hope the professor deigns to extend the deadline for the assignment.
  • I doubt he'll deign to hang out with us after what happened last time.
  • The sun deigned to peek out from behind the clouds, casting a warm glow over the field.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb to indicate manner, time, place, degree, or frequency

  • He humbly accepted the award for his contributions to the community.
  • She humbly thanked her friends for their support during a difficult time.
  • I humbly apologize for stepping on your toe, bro.
  • The tree humbly swayed in the wind, bending to nature's will.