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Translate files Condescending
/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Showing or characterized by a patronizing or superior attitude towards others.
His condescending remarks made it clear that he believed he was better than everyone else in the room.
Having a belief in the superiority of one’s own perspective or abilities over others.
She spoke in a condescending tone, as if explaining something obvious to a child.
Exhibiting an attitude of disdainful or dismissive superiority.
Although he thought he was being helpful, his condescending attitude only annoyed his colleagues.
Behaving in a way that suggests one is treating others as inferior.
The teacher's condescending praise did little to motivate the students; they felt it was insincere.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'condescendere', meaning 'to descend with'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
look down on:
To regard someone as inferior.
talk down to:
To speak to someone as if they are less intelligent.
pat on the head:
To treat someone in a condescending way.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Talking down to someone.
Stop being so condescending and just explain it plainly.
Treating someone as a child.
His condescending remarks made me feel like he thought I was a kid.