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   What does condescend mean?

   • CONDESCEND definition: 1. If you condescend to do something, you agree to do something that you do not consider to be good…. Learn more.

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   What does it mean if someone condescends to other people?

   • He condescended to speak but he contradicted himself. [VERB to-infinitive] If you say that someone condescends to other people, you are showing your disapproval of the fact that they behave in a way which shows that they think they are superior to other people. Don't condescend to me. [VERB + to] Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.

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   What is the opposite of being condescending?

   • The opposite of being condescending is being “respectful.” If we’re respectful of somebody, it means we’re treating them with the utmost respect and not doing anything that might cause them upset or harm. A respectful person often has an easier time talking to everyone and making more friends.

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   What does condiscend mean?

   • To agree, harmonize, or concur. Thai al beand ane be ane examinit condiscendit in ane ansuer. ȝe condiscend in ane faythful accord. Thay [sc. singers] condescend [1579 Edinburgh MS. condiscend] sa weil in ane accord. Thocht on ane course we can nocht condescend. Aganis quhome..We condiscend all heir in vnioun. III.

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   The meaning of CONDESCEND is to assume an air of superiority. How to use condescend in a sentence. What is the difference between condescending and patronizing?

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   What does the verb condescend mean? There are 26 meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb condescend , 22 of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

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   verb. do something that one considers to be below one's dignity. synonyms: deign, descend. see more see less. type of: act, move. perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) verb. debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way.

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   1. to behave as if one is conscious of descending from a superior position, rank, or dignity. 2. to stoop or deign to do something. He would not condescend to misrepresent the facts. 3. to put aside one's dignity or superiority voluntarily and assume equality with one regarded as inferior.

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   When giving a talk, be careful not to condescend to your audience. Definition of condescend verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.