Synonyms for condescension
ˌkɒn dəˈsɛn ʃəncon·de·scen·sion

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1. condescensionnoun

   Synonyms:
   condescendence

2. condescensionnoun

   The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors.

   Synonyms:
   condescendence

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1. condescensionnoun

   Antonyms:
   haughtiness, arrogance, pride, superciliousness, disdain, scorn

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1. condescension, superciliousness, disdainfulnessnoun

   the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior

   Synonyms:
   superciliousness, disdainfulness, condescendingness, disdain, patronage

2. condescension, disdain, patronagenoun

   a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

   Synonyms:
   trade, clientele, patronage, business, backup, backing, superciliousness, scorn, condescendingness, contempt, disdainfulness, championship, disdain, despite

3. condescension, condescendingnessnoun

   affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank

   "the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"

   Synonyms:
   superciliousness, disdainfulness, condescendingness, disdain, patronage

Matched Categories

1. • Affability
   • Arrogance

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1. condescensionnoun

   Synonyms:
   submission, humiliation

2. condescensionnoun

   Synonyms:
   deference, courtesy, obeisance, homage, reverence, civility, politeness, affability

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How to use condescension in a sentence?

1. Charles Krauthammer:

   To me, he was being sarcastic, this is a way of dissing or sort of showing condescension.

2. Speaker Pelosi:

   We have been for the $ 600 [ expanded unemployment benefit ]. They have a $ 200 proposal, which does not meet the needs of Americas working families, and its a condescension, quite frankly, because theyre saying, really dont need it ; theyre just staying home because they make more money at $ 600.