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PATRONIZINGLY

Dictionary entry overview: What does patronizingly mean?

• PATRONIZINGLY (adverb)
The adverb PATRONIZINGLY has 1 sense:

1. with condescension; in a patronizing manner

Familiarity information: PATRONIZINGLY used as an adverb is very rare.

Dictionary entry details

• PATRONIZINGLY (adverb)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

With condescension; in a patronizing manner

Synonyms:

condescendingly; patronisingly; patronizingly

Context example:

he treats his secretary condescendingly

Pertainym:

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

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