English dictionary

condescend

/,k/A/nd/I/'s/E/nd/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

verb

behave in a patronizing and condescending manner

verb.social

Source: WordNet 3.0
do something that one considers to be below one's dignity

verb.social

Synonyms deign descend

Source: WordNet 3.0
debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way

verb.social

Synonyms lower oneself stoop

Source: WordNet 3.0
treat condescendingly

verb.communication

Synonyms patronise patronize

Source: WordNet 3.0
To stoop or descend; to let one's self down; to submit; to waive the privilege of rank or dignity; to accommodate one's self to an inferior.

verb

Source: webster1913