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patronizing

adjective
/ˈpeɪtrənaɪzɪŋ/

Meaning

showing kindness that is perceived as condescending or superior

Example Sentences

His patronizing tone offended the audience.

Synonyms

condescending, superior, snobbish, disdainful

Antonyms

respectful, humble, modest

Collocations

patronizing smile, patronizing tone, patronizing manner, sound patronizing

Related Vocabularies

Existing or occurring inside a particular country; not foreign or international.
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Combining social and political factors.
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Done without careful judgment; random or haphazard.
Excessively obedient or attentive in a servile way.

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