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Definition of Condescension
1. Noun. The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior.
Exact synonyms: Disdainfulness, Superciliousness
Generic synonyms: Arrogance, Haughtiness, Hauteur, High-handedness, Lordliness
Derivative terms: Disdainful, Disdainful, Supercilious, Supercilious
Generic synonyms: Arrogance, Haughtiness, Hauteur, High-handedness, Lordliness
Derivative terms: Disdainful, Disdainful, Supercilious, Supercilious
2. Noun. A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient.
Exact synonyms: Disdain, Patronage
Generic synonyms: Depreciation, Derogation, Disparagement
Derivative terms: Condescend
Generic synonyms: Depreciation, Derogation, Disparagement
Derivative terms: Condescend
3. Noun. Affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank. "The queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"
Exact synonyms: Condescendingness
Generic synonyms: Affability, Affableness, Amiability, Amiableness, Bonhomie, Geniality
Derivative terms: Condescending, Condescend
Generic synonyms: Affability, Affableness, Amiability, Amiableness, Bonhomie, Geniality
Derivative terms: Condescending, Condescend
Definition of Condescension
1. n. The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors.
Definition of Condescension
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