Definition

In a manner that is appropriate or deserved, often used to describe punishment or reward that is fitting for the situation.

Example

The judge sentenced him condignly for his crimes, ensuring that the punishment matched the severity of the offense.

Conversation

I think he was punished condignly for his actions.

Yeah, he really deserved that after everything he did.

It's important that consequences are fair and condignly applied.

Absolutely, otherwise people won't learn from their mistakes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Condignly → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "dignus" (meaning worthy). The word "condignly" means in a manner that is worthy or appropriate, often in relation to punishment or reward.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'together' ('con-') with what is 'worthy' ('dignus') — that's why condignly means acting in a way that is appropriate or deserving.

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