CONDESCENSION
/kɒndiˈsɛnʃən/
13 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of CONDESCENSION
The act of condescending; a manner of behaving toward others in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies one’s own superiority to the others; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
"Conscious condescension breeds panderers and enemies, not friends."
(usually uncountable) A patronizing attitude or behavior.
Examples of CONDESCENSION in a Sentence
- "Conscious condescension breeds panderers and enemies, not friends."
Word Details
Is CONDESCENSION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CONDESCENSION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CONDESCENSION uses 13 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CONDESCENSION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | o | n | d | e | s | c | e | n | s | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 23 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CONDESCENSION
100 words from the letters in CONDESCENSION
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How to Use CONDESCENSION in Word Games
CONDESCENSION is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 23 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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