condescension in WordNet English dictionary

1. affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank
   "the queen's condescension was intended to make us feel comfortable"
   condescension  condescendingness 
   
2. the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior
   condescension  superciliousness  disdainfulness 
   
3. a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
   condescension  disdain  patronage