Condescension Definition & Meaning
condescension
- noun
- the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
- a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
- 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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- What does condescension mean?
- the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank; "the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"
- What part of speech is condescension?
- Condescension is a noun.
- How many definitions does condescension have?
- Condescension has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).