снизхождение — meaning in English
snizhozhdenie
Bulgarian → English · translate English → Bulgarian instead
English meaning
- condescension noun The act of condescending; a manner of behaving in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies superiority to another; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
- courtesy noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
- patronage noun Financial or other support given by a patron.
Senses
снизхождение is used for these senses in English:
- condescension The act of condescending; a manner of behaving in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies superiority to another; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
- courtesy (uncountable) Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.
- patronage A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient; condescension; disdain.
condescension — full definition
- noun The act of condescending; a manner of behaving in an outwardly polite way that nevertheless implies superiority to another; patronizing courtesy toward inferiors.
- noun A patronizing attitude or behavior.
- noun Courtesy, affability of a superior towards an inferior.
courtesy — full definition
- noun Polite, respectful behavior toward others.
- adj Given free of charge, or done as a polite gesture rather than an obligation.