as in arrogance
the attitude or behavior of people who believe they are more intelligent or better than other people
The author discusses the politics of the region without condescension.
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Recent Examples of condescension
And the whole broadcast had that identity-light, politics of condescension vibe.
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Cristina Escobar, refinery29.com, 3 Mar. 2025
The case was written up in the Mexican media with indignation (primarily highlighting the work’s political incorrectness), and countless local outlets derided Gallardo with xenophobic condescension.
—Fabiola Iza, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2025
Most importantly, avoid condescension at all costs.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
But she’s fallen under the spell of Reacher’s condescension.
—Chris Klimek, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for condescension
Cristina Escobar, refinery29.com, 3 Mar. 2025
The case was written up in the Mexican media with indignation (primarily highlighting the work’s political incorrectness), and countless local outlets derided Gallardo with xenophobic condescension.
—Fabiola Iza, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2025
Most importantly, avoid condescension at all costs.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
But she’s fallen under the spell of Reacher’s condescension.
—Chris Klimek, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for condescension
Recent Examples of Synonyms for condescension
Noun
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Most are due to unnecessary escalation, creating disengagement, authoritative behaviors, arrogance and ego.—
Joao Mendes-Roter,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Musk’s casual Friday attire just shows his arrogance and disrespect for American government.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Observers called it the perfect mix of effectiveness and disdain.—
Duncan Alexander,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Maher, a lifelong liberal and longtime critic of Trump, has never held back on his disdain for the Republican president’s actions and policies.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The hypocrisies of what might be called humanity’s delusions of superiority suggest the need for deeper questioning.—
Billy J. Stratton,
The Conversation,
7 Apr. 2025
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His superiority was self-evident, like the rays of the sun.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Artificial intelligence infrastructure has emerged as the critical battleground for cloud computing dominance.—
Maribel Lopez,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Two influential New York City labor unions that backed Mayor Eric Adams in 2021 switched their support on Monday to former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, reflecting his growing dominance as the race for mayor accelerates.—
Nicholas Fandos,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Together, the measures are the four major components of the country’s gross domestic product — the value of goods and services — when adjusted for inflation.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
16 Mar. 2025
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Although inflation has cooled, tariffs could heat it up again.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
16 Mar. 2025
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Use this insider knowledge to your advantage.) Come to the table with the attitude of creating a win-win scenario for yourself and the seller.—
Ryan Serhant,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Like a lot of that stuff increases your overall perspective on life and your attitude and stuff.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Condescension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condescension. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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