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PATRONISING

Dictionary entry overview: What does patronising mean?

• PATRONISING (adjective)
The adjective PATRONISING has 1 sense:

1. (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension

Familiarity information: PATRONISING used as an adjective is very rare.

Dictionary entry details

• PATRONISING (adjective)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension

Synonyms:

arch; condescending; patronising; patronizing

Similar:

superior (of or characteristic of high rank or importance)

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