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condescension
condescension
/ˌkɑːndəˈsɛnʃən/
noun
(
)
The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
(
disdainfulness
,
superciliousness
,
condescension
)
the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
Affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
(
condescendingness
,
condescension
)
affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
The queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable
the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable
A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
(
condescension
,
disdain
,
patronage
)
a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
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