Contemptuousness and Condescension

Contemptuousness

Contemptuousness noun - Open dislike for someone or something considered unworthy of one's concern or respect.

Condescension and contemptuousness are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Condescension" instead a noun "Contemptuousness".

Condescension

Condescension noun - The trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior.
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Synonyms for Condescension

Contemptuousness and condescension are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contemptuousness" instead a noun "Condescension".

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Condescension and Contemptuousness. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/contemptuousness/condescension
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