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    condescension
    /ˌkɒndɪˈsɛnʃn/

    noun

    • 1. an attitude of patronizing superiority; disdain: "a tone of condescension"

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  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › condescensionCONDESCENSION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Condescension is behaviour that shows you think you are more important or more intelligent than other people. Learn how to use this word in sentences and see synonyms and translations.

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    Condescension is a noun that means patronizing attitude or behavior, or voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in relations with an inferior. See examples, synonyms, word history, and related entries for condescension.

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    Condescension definition: an act or instance of condescending. . See examples of CONDESCENSION used in a sentence.

  7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › condescensionCondescension - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Condescension is an insulting way of talking to other people, as if they were stupid or ignorant. Condescension is rude and patronizing. Treating someone with condescension is the opposite of treating them with respect.

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › condescensionCONDESCENSION definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

    CONDESCENSION meaning: 1. behaviour that shows you think you are more important or more intelligent than other people: 2…. Learn more.

  9. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › condescensionCONDESCENSION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Condescension is the act or an instance of behaving in a patronizing way, or a patronizing manner or behavior. Learn more about the word origin, synonyms, and usage of condescension with examples from Collins English Dictionary.

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    Definition of condescension noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.