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CONDESCENSION Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word condescension. (exact relations)
There are 14 hypernyms of the word condescension. (close relations)
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condescendingness
nounn
noun

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

disdain
noun

• lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

• a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

verb

• look down on with disdain

• reject with contempt

disdainfulness
nounn
noun

• the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior

patronage
nounn
noun

• the act of providing approval and support

• customers collectively

• a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

• (politics) granting favors or giving contracts or making appointments to office in return for political support

• the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers

verb

• support by being a patron of

• be a regular customer or client of

superciliousness
nounn
noun

• the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior

condescendence
nounn
noun

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

• An articulate statement annexed to a summons, setting forth the allegations in fact upon which an action is founded.

Best Hypernyms For CONDESCENSION

Here is a list of related hypernyms for condescension, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (14)
affability affableness amiability amiableness arrogance bonhomie depreciation derogation disparagement geniality haughtiness hauteur high-handedness lordliness
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