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PATRONISING

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 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 condescensionplay

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


 Dictionary entry details 


PATRONISING (adjective)


Sense 1

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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