Associations to the word «Condescend»
Noun
- Duc
- Affection
- Apology
- Lady
- Wisdom
- Honour
- Behaviour
- Indignation
- Likeness
- Conversation
- Intellect
- Curiosity
- Pride
- Answer
- Romans
- Twa
- Endeavour
- Manner
- Nor
- Monsieur
- Occasion
- Perhaps
- Admiration
- Invitation
- Smile
- Render
- Mistress
- Servant
- Merit
- Advice
- Disposition
- Sophia
- Clergyman
- But
- Patronage
- Grace
- Humour
- Marquis
- Embrace
- Isabel
- Excuse
- Multitude
- Gratitude
- If
- Encouragement
- Hatred
Adjective
Verb
Wiktionary
CONDESCEND, verb. (intransitive) To come down from one's superior position; to deign (to do something).
CONDESCEND, verb. (intransitive) To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing (toward someone); to talk down (to someone).
CONDESCEND, verb. (intransitive) (obsolete) To consent, agree.
CONDESCEND, verb. (intransitive) (obsolete) To come down.
Dictionary definition
CONDESCEND, verb. Behave in a patronizing and condescending manner.
CONDESCEND, verb. Do something that one considers to be below one's dignity.
CONDESCEND, verb. Debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way; "I won't stoop to reading other people's mail".
CONDESCEND, verb. Treat condescendingly.
Wise words
However many holy words you read, however many you speak,
what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?