patronizingly

Meaning

In a manner that displays an offensively condescending attitude, implying that the speaker is superior or more intelligent than the person they are addressing.

Examples

• He smiled patronizingly at the junior staff member while dismissing their valid concerns.
• She spoke patronizingly to the group, assuming they lacked the capacity to grasp the complex theory.

Pronunciation: ˈpeɪtrənaɪzɪŋli

Synonyms of patronizingly

Words with a similar meaning to patronizingly:

• kindly
• snobbishly
• condescendingly
• superciliously

Antonyms of patronizingly

Words with the opposite meaning to patronizingly:

• respectfully
• humbly