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What is another word for Condescend? – 160 Condescend Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    deign stoop descend lower demean humble abase degrade belittle patronize talk down look down sneer scorn disdain despise ignore neglect overlook slight snub spurn disdainfully haughtily loftily superciliously arrogantly condescendingly pompously imperiously dictatorially autocratically domineeringly overbearingly oppressively tyrannically bossily masterfully commandingly authoritatively magisterially peremptorily imperiously dictatorially despotically autocratically.

    Meaning of Condescend

    The primary meaning of the word "Condescend" is to voluntarily lower oneself to a level considered beneath one's dignity or position.

    Definitions

    • To behave in a way that shows you think you are better than others, often by being polite to them in a way that is not sincere.
    • To do something that you think is below your level of importance or ability, often in a way that shows you are being kind or helpful to someone else.
    • To voluntarily lower oneself to a level considered beneath one's dignity or position.

    Etymology of Condescend

    The word "Condescend" originates from the Latin words "con" (meaning "together") and "descendere" (meaning "to descend").
    Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of voluntarily lowering oneself to a level considered beneath one's dignity or position, often in a patronizing or superior manner.

    Example Uses

    • The queen condescended to visit the local hospital, where she was greeted by cheering crowds.
    • He condescended to explain the simple concept to his audience, talking down to them in a patronizing tone.
    • The company's CEO condescended to meet with the employees, listening to their concerns and suggestions.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    respect admire praise compliment honor esteem value appreciate recognize acknowledge approve endorse support encourage uplift elevate promote dignify ennoble glorify exalt extol eulogize commend laud applaud cheer hail welcome greet salute compliment congratulate.

    Related Nouns

    condescension dignity pride arrogance haughtiness loftiness superciliousness patronage superiority inferiority humility modesty reserve distance aloofness detachment separation segregation isolation estrangement disconnection disengagement withdrawal retirement seclusion.

    Related Verbs

    demean belittle patronize talk down look down sneer scorn disdain despise ignore neglect overlook slight snub spurn humble abase degrade lower reduce diminish minimize decrease lessen curtail restrict limit.

    Related Adjectives

    condescending patronizing superior haughty lofty supercilious arrogant proud dignified humble modest reserved distant aloof detached separated segregated isolated estranged disengaged withdrawn retired secluded conceited self-important pompous imperious dictatorial autocratic.