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    condescend

    condescend - Dictionary definition and meaning for word condescend

    Definition
    (verb) behave in a patronizing and condescending manner Definition
    (verb) do something that one considers to be below one's dignity
    Synonyms : deign , descend
    Definition
    (verb) debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way
    Synonyms : lower oneself , stoop
    Example Sentence
    • I won't stoop to reading other people's mail
    Definition
    (verb) treat condescendingly
    Synonyms : patronise , patronize
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for condescend

It has the word descend in it ,it implies descending to a lower position

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Visualise a person in CON(in a group)or party is behaving as if he is the only one person DESCEND(decent) with superiority.

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