Condescension
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British pronunciation/kˌɒndɪsˈɛnʃən/
American pronunciation/ˌkɑndəˈsɛnʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "condescension"

Condescension
01

the act of treating others as if they are less important

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His condescension was evident when he commented on how " simple " everyone else's jobs seemed compared to his.
The manager 's condescension discouraged employees from sharing innovative ideas.
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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