condescension

Meanings

• noun

  The behavior or attitude of speaking to or regarding someone with an assumed superiority based on social status or education.

  - "His condescension towards the peasants was evident in his tone."
  - "She found his condescension towards her annoying."
  - "Despite his condescension, she continued to respect him."

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Synonyms

condescendence

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with condescension
desolation , prestidigitation

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Variants

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condescension , condescensions

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Forms

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condescended (past tense), condescends (present tense), condescending (present participle), condescendingly (adverb)

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Etymology

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From Latin contumeliosus, contumely, disrespect, scorn.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'condescension' was first used in English in the 15th century.

2. In some cultures, condescension is considered a sign of respect and politeness.

3. Condescension can be a form of emotional manipulation and can be harmful to relationships.

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Related Concepts

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1. arrogance: Arrogance and condescension are related concepts, as both involve a sense of superiority towards others.

2. prejudice: Condescension can also be a manifestation of prejudice, as it involves making assumptions about someone based on their social status or other factors.

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Culture

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Condescension is a common phenomenon in social interactions and can be found in various forms of literature, art, and music. For instance, in Jane Austen's 'Mansfield Park,' the character Edmund Bertram displays condescension towards his sister Fanny Price. In music, the term 'condescension music' refers to music that is written in a simpler style to appeal to a less educated audience.

How to Memorize "condescension"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize someone looking down on someone else with a smug expression and a superior tone to remember the meaning of condescension.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word condescension with the feeling of being talked down to or belittled to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'C-O-N-D-E-S-C-E-N-S-I-O-N' to remember the meaning: 'Condescension is the act of looking down on someone with a superior attitude.'

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