CONDESCEND
(verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Condescend.
How to pronounce condescend:
US
Condescend - as a verb
Behave in a patronizing and condescending manner
Debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way
Example: "I won't stoop to reading other people's mail"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lower oneselfstoop7Treat condescendingly
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
patronise11patronize20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
interact10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She would often condescend to speak to the less popular kids at school."
"The professor was known to condescend to his students when they asked simple questions."
"He didn't want to condescend to their level of understanding, so he used complex terminology."
"My boss has a tendency to condescend to his subordinates, making them feel inferior."
"The celebrity refused to condescend to signing autographs for her fans."
Word Game Points
Is CONDESCEND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, condescend is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONDESCEND has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is CONDESCEND a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, condescend is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONDESCEND has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is CONDESCEND a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, condescend is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONDESCEND has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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