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condescendence

/kon-duh-sen-duhns/US // ˌkɒn dəˈsɛn dəns //UK // (ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndəns) //

居高临下,居高临下的态度,居高临下的姿态,屈尊降贵

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : condescension.
    • : Scot. a list or specification of particulars.

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Examples

  • He should have taen a day to see the invitation, as they do wi' the titular's condescendence in the process of valuation and sale.

  • Howsever, its no worth my condescendence to lose my temper wi the like o her.

  • "Revise the condescendence there, Drumwhussle," replied the laird.

  • He spoke softly, confidently, with a simplicity, in which was felt condescendence toward the interlocutor.

  • Well, fortune is apt to circumduce the term upon us; but I think she may allow you to revise your condescendence.