condescension, n.
(condescensions)
freq. cnt. 3
(condescensions)
freq. cnt. 3
the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
<noun.attribute> freq. cnt.: 3 freq. cnt.: 3
condescension disdainfulness superciliousness
lexical pointers
derivationally related form
lexical pointers
derivationally related form
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hypernym
affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
<noun.attribute>
condescendingness condescension
sample sentences
"the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"
lexical pointers
derivationally related form
lexical pointers
derivationally related form
semantic pointers
hypernym
a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
<noun.communication>
condescension disdain patronage
lexical pointers
derivationally related form
semantic pointers
hypernym