condescending

Example Sentences

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It shows us that he could be down-to-earth without ever condescending to his readers.

From The Wall Street Journal

He told the court in the weeks that followed, his solicitor assured him the assault charge would be dropped before the next hearing, adding: "I found him quite dismissive and rude, quite condescending".

From BBC

Using the term “maiden name” is not just condescending and sexist, but outdated.

From Seattle Times

Because “the crush was a very serious thing for him,” Henderson recalled being careful to avoid striking a “condescending” tone with Williams.

From Los Angeles Times

As one Amazon reviewer astutely pointed out, it's essentially a blend of National Enquirer-esque blind items and condescending gossip from unnamed "chums."

From Salon