1. to behave in a way that shows you think you are better or more important than other people
Usage: past tense of condescend
2. to do something that you think is below your social position or dignity
Usage: past tense of condescend; often used with ‘to’

Examples

• She condescended to her younger colleagues during the meeting.
• The professor condescended to answer basic questions from students.
• He condescended to help with the manual labor despite his position.
• The wealthy woman condescended to visit the local charity.
• They felt he condescended to them because of their background.
• The celebrity condescended to sign autographs for fans.