4syllables
condescending
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condescending is a polysyllabic word with 4 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, condescending is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofcondescending
1verb
- To come down from one's superior position; to deign (to do something).
- To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing (toward someone); to talk down (to someone).
- (possibly nonstandard) To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing toward (someone); to talk down to (someone).
- To consent, agree.
- To come down.
1adjective
- Assuming a tone of superiority, or a patronizing attitude.
Example: "Quit talking to me in that condescending tone! You always treat me like a child!"
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