Condescend
verb
To act superior toward others
“Professor Tas rarely condescended to explain basic theory — he expected cadets to have read the primer.”
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What does condescend mean?
Commonly confused with
- NotTo treat as an equal
- NotTo offer genuine praise
- NotTo ask for assistance
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