condescend

• 表示以居高临下的态度对待他人，显示自己高人一等；也可指屈尊、俯就，以施恩的姿态做某事。

A verb used to indicate the act of behaving in a way that shows one feels superior to others, or to do something in a patronizing manner.

1. Show superiorityB2formal

   To behave in a way that shows you think you are more important or intelligent than others.

   居高临下

   • He condescended to explain the basics to the new intern.
   • She condescended to speak to the junior staff.
   • The manager condescended to listen to our suggestions.

   同义词act superiorlook down onlord it overput on airs

2. Do something beneath one's dignityC1formal

   To do something that you consider to be below your social or professional status.

   屈尊

   • The professor condescended to teach the introductory course.
   • He condescended to help with the cleaning.
   • She condescended to attend the meeting despite her busy schedule.

   同义词deignlower oneselfstoop