condescending 1. Behaving as if one is conscious of descending from a superior position, rank, or dignity. 2. Stooping or deigning to do something: 'He refused condescending to misrepresent the facts because he knew they were accurate.' 3. Putting aside one's dignity or superiority voluntarily and assuming equality with someone who is regarded as i... Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/1905/