condignity

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condignity, n. [Cf. F. condignité.].

Merit, acquired by works, which can claim reward on the score of general benevolence. [1913 Webster]

"Such a worthiness of condignity, and proper merit of the heavenly glory, cannot be found in any the best, most perfect, and excellent of created beings." [1913 Webster]

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