condescension

English - Turkish

Definition of condescension in English Turkish dictionary

{i} lütfetme

tenezzül

{i} lütuf

yukardan alma

lütüfkarlık

hava atma/tenezzül etme

English - English

Definition of condescension in English English dictionary

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

{n} submission, compliance, courtesy

the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior

disapproval Condescension is condescending behaviour. There was a tinge of condescension in her greeting

the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

{i} voluntary lowering of oneself; patronizing attitude or behavior, acting in a proud manner toward others

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

a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

The act of condescending; voluntary descent from ones rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors

condescendency

condescendence

Hyphenation

con·de·scen·sion

Turkish pronunciation

kändısenşın

Synonyms

condescendence, airs, civility, deference, haughtiness, loftiness, lordliness, patronage, patronizing attitude, superciliousness, toleration

Antonyms

friendliness, humility, inferiority

Pronunciation

/ˌkändəˈsensʜən/ /ˌkɑːndəˈsɛnʃən/

Etymology

[ "kän-di-'sen(t)-sh&n ] (noun.) 1647. Late Latin condescension-, condescensio, from condescendere.

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