Condescension
Condescension noun - The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior.
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Synonyms for Condescension
Pretension and condescension are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pretension" instead a noun "Condescension".
Pretension
Pretension noun - An exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims.
Usage example: a woman full of pretension and pompousness
Condescension and pretension are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Condescension" instead a noun "Pretension".
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Related pairs
- conceit and condescension
- conceit and pretension
- loftiness and condescension
- loftiness and pretension
- assumption and condescension
- assumption and pretension
- pride and condescension
- pride and pretension
- superiority and condescension
- superiority and pretension
- disdain and condescension
- disdain and pretension
- ostentation and condescension
- ostentation and pretension
How words are described
| arrogant | arrogant condescension | arrogant pretension |
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