condescension

Noun
  1. The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior (synset 104895463)
    is a type of: arrogance, haughtiness, hauteur, high-handedness, lordliness - overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
    same as: disdainfulness, superciliousness
  2. A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient (synset 106732153)
    is a type of: depreciation, derogation, disparagement - a communication that belittles somebody or something
    same as: disdain, patronage
  3. Affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank (synset 104662525)
    "the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"
    is a type of: affability, affableness, amiability, amiableness, bonhomie, geniality - a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to)
    same as: condescendingness

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