The act of condescending; voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in intercourse with an inferior; courtesy toward inferiors.
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior 
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient