Associations to the word «Condescension»

CONDESCENSION, noun. The act of condescending; a manner of behaving toward others in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies one’s own superiority to the others; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.

CONDESCENSION, noun. (usually uncountable) (pejorative) A patronizing attitude or behavior. [from 1930s]

CONDESCENSION, noun. The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior.

CONDESCENSION, noun. A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient.

CONDESCENSION, noun. Affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank; "the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable".