1. To act in an undignified or dishonorable way; SYN. stoop, lower oneself.
2. To behave in a patronizing manner.
3. To do something that one considers to be below one's dignity; SYN. deign, descend.

1. To esteem worthy; to consider worth notice; -- opposed to disdain.
2. To condescend to give or bestow; to stoop to furnish; to vouchsafe; to allow; to grant.