PATRONIZING
(adj.sat, verb, adj.)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Patronizing.
Patronizing - as an adjective satellite
(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arch9condescending20patronising14Patronizing - as a verb
To act as a patron of; to defend, protect, or support.
To make oneself a customer of a business, especially a regular customer.
To assume a tone of unjustified superiority toward; to talk down to, to treat condescendingly.
To blame, to reproach.
Patronizing - as an adjective
Offensively condescending.
Example Sentences
"Stop patronizing me, I know what I'm doing."
"Don't speak to me in that patronizing tone."
"Her constant patronizing attitude annoys me."
"The teacher's patronizing remarks towards the students were uncalled for."
"I hate when people try to explain obvious things in a patronizing way."
Word Game Points
Is PATRONIZING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, patronizing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PATRONIZING has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is PATRONIZING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, patronizing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPATRONIZING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
Is PATRONIZING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, patronizing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPATRONIZING has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.
