SpellRight › Spelling
Rarecondescending
The correct spelling is condescending.
How to pronounce condescending
/ˈkɔn.dɪ.sɛnd.ɪŋ/
verbIPA: /ˈkɔn.dɪ.sɛnd.ɪŋ/
Say it like: Con-des-sen-din-g
The correct spelling is condescending. To come down from one's superior position; to deign (to do something). For example: "Quit talking to me in that condescending tone! You always treat me like a child!"
Usage Examples
“Quit talking to me in that condescending tone! You always treat me like a child!”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To come down from one's superior position; to deign (to do something).
- 2.To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing (toward someone); to talk down (to someone).
- 3.(possibly nonstandard) To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing toward (someone); to talk down to (someone).
- 4.To consent, agree.
- 5.To come down.
adjective
- 1.Assuming a tone of superiority, or a patronizing attitude.
Similar words
Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.