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condescension

/ condescension /
noun

Definitions & Examples

noun Sense 1
affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
"the queen''s condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"
Type of:
affability affableness amiability
Derived:
condescend
noun Sense 2
the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
Type of:
arrogance haughtiness hauteur
noun Sense 3
a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
Type of:
disparagement depreciation derogation
Derived:
patronize patronise condescend
Semantic Complexity
59%
Sense Count
3
Total Synonyms
0
Total Relationships
13
Times Searched
2
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Related Words

affability affableness amiability arrogance haughtiness hauteur disparagement depreciation derogation