1. the act or attitude of condescending; patronizing behavior or speech toward someone regarded as inferior
Usage: often used to criticize someone's manner of speaking or acting toward others
2. willingness to descend from one's rank or dignity; gracious acceptance of someone of lower status
Usage: archaic or formal usage; less common in modern English

Examples

• Her condescendence toward the new employees made them feel unwelcome.
• The manager's tone carried an air of condescendence that frustrated the team.
• He spoke with such condescendence that no one wanted to ask him questions.
• The professor's condescendence toward students who struggled with math was unprofessional.
• She resented his condescendence and decided to find a different mentor.
• His condescendence masked his own insecurity about his position.
• The CEO's condescendence toward junior staff created a toxic workplace culture.