Definition of Patronizingly in English :

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Patronizingly meaning in English

Meaning of Patronizingly in English

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Patronizingly pronunciation in English

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Patronizingly

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Adverb

1. condescendingly, patronisingly, patronizingly

with condescension; in a patronizing manner

Example Sentences:
'he treats his secretary condescendingly'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.


Patronizingly

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adjective
having a superior manner; condescending

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Patronizingly

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tr.v. pa·tron·ized, pa·tron·iz·ing, pa·tron·iz·es
1. To act as a patron to; support or sponsor: donors who patronize the orchestra.
2. To go to as a customer, especially on a regular basis: We patronize the local diner.
3. To treat in a condescending manner, often in showing interest or kindness that is insincere: felt she was being patronized by her supervisor.

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