word
Condescending
Kah-ndih-SEH-ndihng
/ˌkɑːndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
condescending
Dictionary meaning
Behavioral characteristic of those who treat others with condescension or disdain.
Examples
- Their condescending tone was unwelcome.
Synonyms: arch
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