Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: condescending

Synonyms:

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Antonyms:

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Usage examples:

Abernathy, the Republican consultant, said she’d picked up a distinctly condescending tone from reporters and TV producers.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/jan/07/kevin-mccarthy-bakersfield-california-house-speaker

And with Sally Hawkins playing Langley as a woman undeterred by pompous academics and condescending naysayers, “The Lost King” makes for a charmingly droll tale of long-ago and not-so-long-ago reappraisal.

Source: https://www.postandcourier.com/aikenstandard/entertainment/review-rehabilitating-richard-iii-in-the-lost-king/article_06311224-0732-58cd-9616-63e332ba1d8a.html

A Political Scientist, Dr. Adekunle Alaye, described Obasanjo’s action as condescending, undermining and desecration of the Yoruba traditional institution.

Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/obasanjo-under-fire-for-humiliating-oyo-monarchs-at-public-event/

Because of his bitterness and standoffish nature, most viewers would think Joel would be condescending and proud.

Source: https://www.cbr.com/joel-best-tlou-show-character/

But I can’t wrap my head around bragging about that ignorance as if it’s some sort of flex when it just comes across as condescending, and like he’s minimizing her accomplishments to put her down.

Source: https://jezebel.com/simone-biles-husband-mr-simone-biles-catches-heat-fo-1851120404

During the chat, Radcliffe addresses those who maintain “condescending” attitudes toward trans and nonbinary youth, as well as people who “self-refer” to themselves as LGBTQ+ allies without fully embodying that support in their everyday life.

Source: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/daniel-radcliffe-trevor-project-panel-transgender-youth_n_64283e11e4b00c95175254e9

His claim that he is keeping the report close to his chest to protect the interest of some “prominent Nigerians” who did not “look for his trouble,” is self-serving and condescending.

Source: https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2023/10/28/please-grow-up-and-stop-all-these-lies-hadiza-bala-usman-replies-amaechi/

Hundreds of people commented with some supporting her idea while others described the list as "too intense" and "condescending".

Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cw0k36y8j2po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

I can be gruffer and blunter with people than I intend to be, and more than occasionally condescending without meaning to be.

Source: https://www.fark.com/comments/12806776?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=comments&utm_campaign=fark

I would be isolated in an office with an overpowering coach, door closed, sitting quietly, hardly able to speak because of condescending, sarcastic and manipulative tactics.

Source: https://www.sltrib.com/sports/utah-utes/2023/10/29/jim-trotter-kara-eakers-decorated/

Lauren, is it that difficult to explain something to another poster in a mature way instead of being condescending?

Source: https://tvline.com/news/tv-series-episode-counts-broadcast-networks-strike-greys-anatomy-nbcis-1235067079/

Mamoru's teasing and jokes at Usagi's expense can be seen as condescending, initially hurting her feelings.

Source: https://gamerant.com/sailor-moon-has-one-of-the-worst-romances-in-anime/

Most employees fear her because she is cruel, condescending, and a narcissist.

Source: https://www.chicagotribune.com/advice/ask-amy-laid-off-worker-flame-former-boss-20230613-nyezs54dibh7jbpmqsdv4o2xr4-story.html

Players controlling Hades should woo a Sim, pretend to be nice to them, and propose, only to be very mean and condescending once they are married.

Source: https://gamerant.com/the-sims-4-guide-greek-god-goddess-legacy-challenge/

Reacting to the backlash via a video message shared on her social media handles, Tacha explained that referring to the trio as “upcoming artistes” was not in any way condescending.

Source: https://dailypost.ng/2023/11/16/why-i-called-blaqbonez-odumodublvck-upcoming-artistes-tacha/

Some of the questions were basic, and as two All-Pro NFL players, they could’ve easily brushed them off and been condescending.

Source: https://quchronicle.com/83361/arts-and-life/miss-americana-and-the-football-prince-talking-about-taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce/

That's how you get "oh you'll change your mind" (one of the single most condescending phrases in the english language), or "why don't you want kids?

Source: https://www.fark.com/comments/12740408?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=comments&utm_campaign=fark

The newspaper’s words, written in tribute to the young Malian writer Yambo Ouologuem, sound condescending today.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/education/2023/dec/10/african-writer-row-graham-greene-yambo-ouologuem-malian-author

They continue to be condescending and political, every time I give it another try when they have a crossover episode, the same thing happens.

Source: https://tvseriesfinale.com/tv-show/fbi-most-wanted-season-four-ratings/