\Con*dig"ni*ty\, n. [Cf. F. condignit['e].]
(Scholastic Theol.)
Merit, acquired by works, which can claim reward on the score
of general benevolence.
      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. --Bp.
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