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PATRONIZINGLY

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does patronizingly mean? 

PATRONIZINGLY (adverb)
  The adverb PATRONIZINGLY has 1 sense:

1. with condescension; in a patronizing mannerplay

  Familiarity information: PATRONIZINGLY used as an adverb is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


PATRONIZINGLY (adverb)


Sense 1

Meaning:

With condescension; in a patronizing manner

Synonyms:

condescendingly; patronisingly; patronizingly

Context example:

he treats his secretary condescendingly

Pertainym:

patronizing ((used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension)


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