Advanced Describing People

Condescending

/ˌkɒndɪˈsendɪŋ/ adjective

Meaning

Showing an attitude of superiority towards others.

हिंदी मेंदूसरों के प्रति श्रेष्ठता का रवैया दिखाना।

Example Sentences

“His condescending tone annoyed the team.”

उसके तिरस्कारपूर्ण लहजे ने टीम को नाराज़ कर दिया।

“She hated being spoken to in a condescending way.”

उसे तिरस्कारपूर्ण तरीके से बात किया जाना पसंद नहीं था।

⚠ Common Mistake

The verb is "condescend" ("to condescend to someone") — "condescending" is the adjective describing the manner.

Good to Know

Synonyms
patronising, superior
Antonyms
respectful, humble

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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