HyperDic: condescending

English > 1 sense of the word *condescending*:
ADJECTIVE	all	condescending, arch, patronizing, patronising	(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension

condescending > pronunciation
Sounds	kaa.ndihseh'ndihng
Rhymes	abducting ... zoning: 2044 rhymes with ihng...

English > *condescending*: 1 sense > adjective 1
Meaning	(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension.
Synonyms	arch, patronizing, patronising
Broader	superior	Of or characteristic of high rank or importance
Spanish	condescendiente
Catalan	condescendent
Nouns	condescendingness	affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
Adverbs	condescendingly	with condescension