Category:Condescension

Con`de*scen"sion, n. Etym: [L. condescensio.]

Defn: The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors. It forbids pride. . . and commands humility, modesty, and condescension to others. Tillotson. Such a dignity and condescension. . . as are suitable to a superior nature. Addison.

Syn. -- Complaisance; courtesy; affability.