GRE Word List

CONDESCEND

to assume an air of superiority

The meaning of the word condescend is to assume an air of superiority.

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WordMeaning
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
integrateto form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite
sounda particular auditory impression : tone
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate
congruencethe quality or state of agreeing, coinciding, or being congruent
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another