Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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condescend | No | No | Yes | No |
condescension | Yes | No | No | No |
condescend (noun) | condescension (noun) |
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the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior | |
affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank | |
a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient |
condescend (verb) | condescension (verb) |
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treat condescendingly | |
do something that one considers to be below one's dignity | |
behave in a patronizing and condescending manner | |
debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way |