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condescension vs arrogance

arrogance vs condescension

condescension and arrogance both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
condescension Yes No No No
arrogance Yes No No No
As nouns, arrogance is a hypernym of condescension; that is, arrogance is a word with a broader meaning than condescension:
  • condescension: the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
  • arrogance: overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
Other hypernyms of condescension include haughtiness, hauteur, high-handedness, lordliness.
condescension (noun) arrogance (noun)
the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
Difference between condescension and arrogance

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