Number of syllables in the word 'condescending'

Find out how many syllables are there in the word condescending.

  1. No of syllables in condescending : 4
  2. Divide syllables in condescending : con-de-scend-ing

More about the word - condescending

  1. verb
  2. Synonyms : descend, acquiesce, deign, stoop, vouchsafe, yield
  3. Definition : To come down from one's superior position; to deign (to do something).
  4. Definition : To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing (toward someone); to talk down (to someone).
  5. Definition : (possibly nonstandard) To treat (someone) as though inferior; to be patronizing toward (someone); to talk down to (someone).
  6. Definition : To consent, agree.
  1. adjective
  2. Synonyms : patronizing
  3. Definition : Assuming a tone of superiority, or a patronizing attitude.

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