condescension

• Nom désignant une attitude ou un comportement qui manifeste un sentiment de supériorité, souvent par un traitement condescendant ou méprisant envers autrui, avec une nuance de bienveillance affichée.

A noun referring to an attitude or behavior that shows a sense of superiority, often expressed through patronizing or disdainful treatment of others.

indénombrable

1. Patronizing attitudeB2formal

   The act of behaving in a way that shows you think you are superior to others, often by being kind or helpful in a way that is insulting.

   condescendance

   • His condescension was obvious when he explained the simple task as if she were a child.
   • She spoke with such condescension that everyone felt belittled.
   • The manager's condescension towards the new employees created a tense atmosphere.

   Synonymescondescendingnessdisdainhaughtinesspretensionsnobberysuperciliousnesssuperiority

   Antonymesdeferencehumilityrespect

2. Disrespectful communicationB2formal

   A manner of speaking or writing that shows a lack of respect by treating the other person as less intelligent or important.

   Communication condescendante

   • His condescension was evident in his slow, exaggerated speech.
   • The email was full of condescension, making the recipient feel foolish.
   • She couldn't tolerate the condescension in his tone during the debate.

   Synonymescontemptdisdaindisparagementscorn

   Antonymesadmirationdeferenceesteemrespect

3. Temporary graciousnessC1formal

   A show of friendliness or kindness to those considered lower in status, often as a deliberate act to bridge a social gap.

   Amabilité condescendante

   • The nobleman's condescension to the peasants was seen as a rare act of generosity.
   • Her condescension in dining with the servants was noted but not appreciated.
   • The CEO's condescension during the factory visit felt forced and insincere.