patronizing
[ pey-truh-nahy-zing, pa- ]
/ ˈpeɪ trəˌnaɪ zɪŋ, ˈpæ- /
adjective
displaying or indicative of an offensively condescending manner: a patronizing greeting, accompanied by a gentle pat on the pack.
OTHER WORDS FROM patronizing
Words nearby patronizing
patron,
patron saint,
patronage,
patroness,
patronize,
patronizing,
patronne,
patronym,
patronymic,
patroon,
patrón
British Dictionary definitions for non-patronizing
patronizing
patronising
/ (ˈpætrəˌnaɪzɪŋ) /
adjective
having a superior manner; condescending