condescension vs depreciation

depreciation vs condescension

condescension and depreciation both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
condescension	Yes	No	No	No
depreciation	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, depreciation is a hypernym of condescension; that is, depreciation is a word with a broader meaning than condescension:

condescension: a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
depreciation: a communication that belittles somebody or something

Other hypernyms of condescension include derogation, disparagement.

condescension (noun)	depreciation (noun)
the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior	a decrease in price or value
affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank	a communication that belittles somebody or something
a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient	decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use

Difference between condescension and depreciation

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