patronizing
/ˈpeɪtrənaɪzɪŋ/
adjective
- Showing that you think you are better or more important than someone else; condescending.
- I don't appreciate your patronizing tone when I ask a question.
- The article had a patronizing attitude toward people who don't speak English fluently.
- His patronizing smile made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
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