PATRONISINGLY

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

With condescension; in a patronizing manner

Example:

he treats his secretary condescendingly

Synonyms:

condescendingly; patronisingly; patronizingly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

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

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