Associations to the word «Condescension»
Noun
- Simplicity
- Touch
- Madam
- Weakness
- Foreigner
- Shade
- Acquaintance
- Apology
- Gentleman
- Bonaparte
- Mercy
- Patience
- Challenger
- Awe
- Sentiment
- Privilege
- Ignorance
- Confidence
- Enjoyment
- Admiration
- Favor
- Leicester
- Friendship
- Him
- Render
- Hospitality
- Lady
- Considering
- Satisfaction
- Perhaps
- Spite
- Honour
- Glory
- Napoleon
- Behaviour
- Grace
- Humor
- Virtue
- Conversation
- Respect
- Miss
- Servant
- Spoke
- Notice
- Monsieur
- Charity
- Sort
- Assurance
- Regard
- Occasion
- Impression
- Senior
Adjective
Wiktionary
CONDESCENSION, noun. The act of condescending; a manner of behaving toward others in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies one’s own superiority to the others; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
CONDESCENSION, noun. (usually uncountable) (pejorative) A patronizing attitude or behavior. [from 1930s]
Dictionary definition
CONDESCENSION, noun. The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior.
CONDESCENSION, noun. A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient.
CONDESCENSION, 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".
Wise words
He who speaks without modesty will find it difficult to make
his words good.