condescends

[US]/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndz/
[UK]/ˌkɑːndɪˈsɛndz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to lower oneself to a position considered inferior; to behave in a patronizing manner

Phrases & Collocations

condescends to speak

condescends to act

condescends to help

condescends to listen

condescends to offer

condescends to share

condescends to explain

condescends to engage

condescends to acknowledge

condescends to address

Example Sentences

she condescends to speak to her subordinates.

he often condescends when giving advice.

the professor condescends to explain the topic to us.

she condescends to help only when it suits her.

he condescends to visit the less fortunate.

they condescend to attend the meeting occasionally.

to condescend is not always a sign of kindness.

she condescends to share her knowledge with us.

he condescends to acknowledge the effort of others.

it's frustrating when someone condescends to you.

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