How Do You Spell CONDESCENT?

Pronunciation: [kˌɒndɪsˈɛnt] (IPA)

Correct spelling for the English word "Condescent" is [kˌɒndɪsˈɛnt], [kˌɒndɪsˈɛnt], [k_ˌɒ_n_d_ɪ_s_ˈɛ_n_t] (IPA phonetic alphabet).

Common Misspellings for CONDESCENT

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Etymology of CONDESCENT

The word "condescent" is not a commonly used word in English. However, based on the word "condescend", which means to show feelings of superiority and to behave in a patronizing manner, we can explore its etymology.

The term "condescend" originates from the Latin word "condescendere", which can be broken down into two parts. The prefix "con-" means "with" or "together", and "descendere" is derived from "descendere" meaning "to go down". So, "condescendere" can be understood as "to come down together" or "to stoop down".

Over time, "condescend" developed in English to refer to a condescending attitude or behavior, in which someone looks down on others from a position of perceived superiority.