Main entry: condescendingness, condescension
Definition: affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
Usage: the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable
Main entry: superciliousness, condescension, disdainfulness
Definition: the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
Main entry: patronage, disdain, condescension
Definition: a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient