Condescension

//kɑndiˈsɛnʃən//

Word Type

Noun

The word "condescension" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

uncondescension

Context

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

affability affableness amiability amiableness arrogance bonhomie depreciation derogation disparagement geniality haughtiness hauteur high-handedness lordliness

Type Of (IsA)

affability arrogance disparagement

Related Terms

condescend condescending

Related Terms

condescend condescending condescendingly courtesy down ending ion ion ending looking looking down patronizing polite superiority

Synonym Network

condescendence contempt disdain

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