condescension
con
ˌkɑn
kaan
desc
ˈdəs
dēs
en
ɛn
en
sion
ʃən
shēn
British pronunciation
/kˌɒndɪsˈɛnʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "condescension"in English

Condescension
01

the act of treating others as if they are less important

example
Examples
His condescension was evident when he commented on how " simple " everyone else's jobs seemed compared to his.
02

affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank

03

a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

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