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condesending

condesending is the misspelling of condescending.

Meaning of condescending

Adjective

condescending (comparative more condescending, superlative most condescending)

  1. Assuming a tone of superiority, or a patronizing attitude.
    • Quit talking to me in that condescending tone! You always treat me like a child!
    Synonyms:
    patronizing

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Questions about condesending

What is condesending the misspelling of?
Condesending is the misspelling of condescending.

Words near condesending in the dictionary

  1. condescensions
  2. condescent
  3. condescention
  4. condescentions
  5. condescents
  6. condesending
  7. condessa
  8. condicion
  9. condicions
  10. condiction
  11. condictions

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