Condescension - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˌkɑːndɪˈsenʃn|
Brit.
|ˌkɒndɪˈsenʃn|
noun
- the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior (syn: superciliousness)
- a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient (syn: disdain, patronage)
- affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
- a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient (syn: disdain, patronage)
- affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable
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You have spoiled them by your condescensions.
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