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condescension
noun
Affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
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noun
Affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
“The queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable”
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The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
noun
A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
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The queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable
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