condescended

[ˌkɑːndɪˈsendɪd]

condescended Definition

to behave towards someone as though you are more important and more intelligent than they are.

Using condescended: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "condescended" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He condescended to speak to us.

  • Example

    She condescended to visit me at my office.

  • Example

    I don't want you to condescend to me.

condescended Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for condescended

Antonyms for condescended

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Summary: condescended in Brief

The term 'condescended' [ˌkɑːndɪˈsendɪd] means to behave towards someone as though you are more important and more intelligent than they are. It is often used in a negative context, such as 'I don't want you to condescend to me.' Synonyms include 'patronize,' 'talk down to,' and 'look down on.'