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patronizing

adjective

/ˈpeɪtrənaɪzɪŋ/

Meaning

showing kindness that is perceived as condescending or superior

His patronizing tone offended the audience.

condescending, superior, snobbish, disdainful

respectful, humble, modest

patronizing smile, patronizing tone, patronizing manner, sound patronizing

easily excited or emotionally aroused

Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible; helpful.

unstable; unreliable; not working properly

Having spines or thorn-like projections

unimpressed or indifferent to something because it has been experienced so often before

Occurring, operating, or done at the same time.