Condescending vs. Patronising — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Condescending and Patronising
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Condescending
Displaying a patronizingly superior attitude
"Wall Street's usual condescending attitude toward small investors" (Tom Petruno).
Patronising
(British spelling) patronizing
Condescending
Assuming a tone of superiority, or a patronizing attitude.
Quit talking to me in that condescending tone! You always treat me like a child!
Patronising
Present participle of patronise
Condescending
Present participle of condescend
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Patronising
(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
Condescending
Exhibiting an attitude of superiority; patronizing; - used of behavior or attitude.
Condescending
(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
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