CONDESCENSION
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Con`de*scen"sion (?), n. [L. condescensio.] The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors.
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It forbids pride . . . and commands humility, modesty, and condescension to others.
Tillotson.
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Such a dignity and condescension . . . as are suitable to a superior nature.
Addison.
Syn. -- Complaisance; courtesy; affability.
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