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CARD 2 OF 2
Which word fits this meaning? Showing a sense of superiority while appearing to be helpful or polite.
adjective
Reveal word and examples condescending The condescending explanation treated experienced volunteers as if they understood nothing. Dictionary practice example. During the discussion, Victor gave a condescending smile and told the new volunteer that someday she would understand how serious clubs operate. From A Fair Hearing for the New Idea . Full dictionary entry How did you do before revealing the answer?
Needs another look I remembered it
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