condescended; condescending; condescends
Definition of condescend
1
: to assume an air of superiority
The writer treats her readers as equals and never condescends to them.
2a
: to descend to a less formal or dignified level : unbend
would not condescend to respond to such a crass remark
b
: to waive the privileges of rank
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The first known use of condescend was in the 14th century
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