| 释义 |
con·de·scen·sion
\ˌkändə̇ˈsenchən, -dēˈ-\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Late Latin condescension-, condescensio, from condescensus (past participle of condescendere) + Latin -ion-, -io -ion — more at condescend
1. : an act or instance of condescending:
a. : voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in relations with an inferior : affability or informality toward inferiors
b. : disdain veiled by obvious indulgence or patience
2. obsolete : concession, acquiescence |