The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CONDESCEND
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The straight part
We know that "Deign" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case deign = condescend.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does CONDESCEND mean?
CONDESCEND verb- To come down from one's superior position; to deign (to do something).
- To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing (toward someone); to talk down (to someone).
- (possibly nonstandard) To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing toward (someone); to talk down to (someone).
- To consent, agree.
- To come down.