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Condescension word meaning and definition

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Meaning and definition for "condescension" word

[noun] the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
[noun] a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
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\Con`de*scen"sion\, n. [L. condescensio.] The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors. It forbids pride . . . and commands humility, modesty, and condescension to others. --Tillotson. Such a dignity and condescension . . . as are suitable to a superior nature. --Addison. Syn: Complaisance; courtesy; affability.

Synonyms for condescension

disdain, disdainfulness, patronage, superciliousness

See also: arrogance | depreciation | derogation | disparagement | haughtiness | highhandedness | lordliness |

Related terms: arrogance, arrogantness, assumption of superiority, condescendence, deigning, domineering, domineeringness, haughtiness, haughty airs, hauteur, high horse, hoity-toitiness, hoity-toity, loftiness, Olympian detachment, Olympian loftiness, overbearing pride, overbearingness, overweening pride, patronization, patronizing, patronizing attitude, pride, proudness, purse-pride, side, stiff-necked pride, superbia, toploftiness, uppishness, uppityness

The fun area, different aproach to word »condescension«

Let's analyse "condescension" as pure text. This string has Thirteen letters in Four syllables and Five vowels. 38.5% of vowels is 0.1% less then average English word. Written in backwards: NOISNECSEDNOC. Average typing speed for these characters is 3520 milliseconds. [info]

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Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: condescension: 6 + 5 + 5 + 9 + 6 = 31, reduced: 4 . and the final result is Four.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: condescension: 3 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 5 + 1 + 3 + 5 + 5 + 1 + 9 + 6 + 5 = 58, reduced: 4, and the final result is Four.

Tarot cards

Letter Num. Tarot c. Intensity Meaning
C (2) 3 Empress Patient, Willful, Strong, Giving
D (1) 4 Emperor Determined, Persistant, Idealist
E (2) 5 Hierophant Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
I (1) 9 Hermit Independent, Researcher, Intell,igent
N (3) 14 Temperance Healer, Wise, Survivor, Crafty
O (2) 15 Devil Optimist, Gamesman, Marketer, Hunter
S (2) 19 Sun Colorful, Bright, Perceptive

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