condescending的词源

英文词源

condescending (adj.)

1707, present participle adjective from condescend. Originally in a positive sense (of God, the Savior, etc.) until late 18c. Related: Condescendingly (1650s).

中文词源

condescending：表现出优越感的

con-, 强调。-descend, 下降。即上面下来的，屈尊的。

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