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PATRONISINGLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does patronisingly mean?
• PATRONISINGLY (adverb)
The adverb PATRONISINGLY has 1 sense:
1. with condescension; in a patronizing manner
Familiarity information: PATRONISINGLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
With condescension; in a patronizing manner
Synonyms:
condescendingly; patronisingly; patronizingly
Context example:
he treats his secretary condescendingly
Pertainym:
patronising ((used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension)
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