condescendence

American  

[kon-duh-sen-duhns] / ˌkɒn dəˈsɛn dəns /

noun

1. condescension.

2. Scot. a list or specification of particulars.

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condescendence British  

/ ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndəns /

noun

1. Scots law a statement of facts presented by the plaintiff in a cause

2. a less common word for condescension

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Etymology

Origin of condescendence

First recorded in 1630–40; condescend + -ence

Example Sentences

The enterprising, unpersevering, capricious, Thrasonic character of their Sovereign renders it probable he will avail himself of this little condescendence in the Brabantines to recede from all his innovations.

From The Writings of Thomas Jefferson Library Edition - Vol. 6 (of 20) by Jefferson, Thomas

Nor, as I trust, is the most blessed Apostle Peter, in his kind condescendence and faithful love, absent from this assembly, nor does he disregard your devotion, reverence for whom has drawn you together.

From The Church of England cleared from the charge of Schism Upon Testimonies of Councils and Fathers of the first six centuries by Allies, T. W. (Thomas William)

Therefore it is not possible to keep this bond of perfection unbroken, except there be a mutual condescendence.

From The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning by Binning, Hugh

While every man hath this opinion of himself, all is done in strife, no condescendence, no submission one to another, Phil. ii.

From The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning by Binning, Hugh

"Revise that part o' the condescendence, Mrs Drumwhussle," said the laird, in allusion to the said insinuation.

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 7 by Various