condescension
英 [,kɒndɪ'senʃn]
美
- n. 谦虚；屈尊；傲慢态度；纡尊降贵[表不满]
英英释意
- 1. the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
- 2. a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
- 3. affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank;
- "the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"