Condescension
Word | CONDESCENSION |
Character | 13 |
Hyphenation | con de scen sion |
Pronunciations | /kɒndiˈsɛnʃən/ |
Definitions and meanings of "Condescension"
What do we mean by condescension?
The act of condescending or an instance of it. noun
Patronizingly superior behavior or attitude. noun
The act of condescending; the act of voluntarily stooping or inclining to an equality with an inferior; a waiving of claims due to one's rank or position; affability on the part of a superior; complaisance. noun
The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors. noun
The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors. syn. noun
A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient noun
Affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank noun
The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior noun
The act of condescending; a manner of behaving toward others in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies one’s own superiority to the others; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
(usually uncountable) A patronizing attitude or behavior.
Synonyms and Antonyms for Condescension
- Synonyms for condescension
- Complaisance Synonyms
- Olympian Detachment Synonyms
- Courtesy Synonyms
- Arrogantness Synonyms
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- Antonyms for condescension
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The word "condescension" in example sentences
Cross Reference for Condescension
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What does condescension mean?
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