patronizing
gb/pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ/ us/pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ/
B2
英语
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adjective
C1
property
1
condescending and insulting
Talking to someone as if they are not smart or not capable.
用法模式：
patronizing (to [someone])
常见错误：
Don’t confuse with the verb sense meaning “to visit a shop/restaurant.” In modern English, the adjective is usually negative (condescending).
近义词
condescending (Most direct synonym; stresses acting superior.)
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demeaning (Emphasizes making the other person feel small or lesser.)
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superior (More general; may be less explicit about the tone toward others.)
反义词
respectful (Shows regard and treats the other person as an equal.)
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humble (Does not present yourself as better than others.)
搭配
patronizing tone
|patronizing manner
|patronizing attitude
|patronizing smile
|patronizing voice
|sound patronizing
|seem patronizing
|come across as patronizing
|a bit patronizing
|in a patronizing way
主题
communication
|emotions
|relationships
|conflict
例句
- I know you mean well, but that explanation sounded patronizing.
- The manager’s patronizing comments made the team feel undervalued.
- She gave him a patronizing smile and changed the subject.
学习者例句
- Please don’t be patronizing.
- His tone was patronizing.
动词
C1
action
2
treating someone as inferior
To talk to someone like they are less capable than you.
用法模式：
patronizing [someone]
常见错误：
Learners often assume it means “helping” or “supporting.” In this sense, it is negative and means “talking down to.”
近义词
talk down to (Very common phrasing; focuses on speech.)
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condescend to (Often more formal; suggests reluctant superiority.)
反义词
respect (Treats someone as worthy and equal.)
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defer to (Shows respect for someone’s judgment or authority.)
搭配
patronizing someone
|stop patronizing me
|feel patronized
|patronize your staff
|patronize your audience
|patronize your partner
|patronize the customer
|patronizing remarks
|patronizing comments
|patronizing behavior
主题
communication
|relationships
|conflict
例句
- He kept patronizing her, even though she had more experience than he did.
- I wish you’d stop patronizing me and just listen.
- The host tried to be funny but ended up patronizing his guests.
学习者例句
- Don’t patronize me.
- She felt he was patronizing her.
动词
formal
B2
action
3
frequenting a business as customer
To visit and buy things from a business.
用法模式：
patronizing [a business/place]
常见错误：
This sense is neutral/formal, but the adjective “patronizing” is usually negative (condescending).
近义词
frequent (Focuses on visiting often; not necessarily purchasing.)
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visit (More general and less formal.)
反义词
boycott (Refuses to buy from a business as a protest.)
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avoid (Stays away without implying protest.)
搭配
patronizing local businesses
|patronizing a restaurant
|patronizing a bar
|continue patronizing
|encourage people to patronize
|people patronizing the store
|patronize a shop
|patronize a café
|patronize a hotel
|patronize a cinema
主题
shopping
|food_and_drink
|business
|daily_life
例句
- More people are patronizing small cafés in the neighborhood.
- We stopped patronizing that store after the service got worse.
- Tourists were patronizing the market stalls all afternoon.
学习者例句
- We patronize this restaurant every week.
动词
formal
C1
action
4
supporting arts with money
To help pay for art or an organization.
用法模式：
patronizing [an artist/organization/activity]
常见错误：
In everyday conversation, people often use “support” or “sponsor” instead; “patronize” can sound formal.
近义词
support (Broader and more common; not limited to arts.)
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sponsor (Often implies a public or commercial arrangement.)
反义词
defund (Stops providing financial support.)
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oppose (Actively works against something rather than supporting it.)
搭配
patronizing the arts
|patronizing an artist
|patronizing a theatre
|patronizing a museum
|patronizing a festival
|patronize the opera
|patronize an exhibition
|patronize a cultural institution
主题
arts
|business
|charity
|culture
例句
- For years, wealthy families were patronizing the local theatre.
- The gallery survived by patronizing emerging artists and promoting their work.
- Several donors began patronizing the festival after its first successful year.
学习者例句
- They are patronizing the arts in their city.
语法
词典原形
patronizing
IPA
GB/pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ/
US/pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ/
音节与重音
pat - ron - iz - ing （4 个音节）
Stress on 1st syllable (pat)
词形变化
Adjective
- Base: patronizing
词族
Core family
patronize
verb C1
patronizingly
adverb C1
相关表达
come across as patronizing
1/kˈʌm əkɹˈɔs ˈæz pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ/
fixed phrase
seem condescending unintentionally
To seem like you are talking down to someone.
例句
- I was trying to help, but I’m worried I came across as patronizing.
- He comes across as patronizing when he explains basic things.
- That message might come across as patronizing, so maybe rewrite it.
patronizing manner
1/pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ mˈænɚ/
fixed phrase
condescending way of behaving
A way of acting that treats others like they are less capable.
例句
- He answered in a patronizing manner, as if she hadn’t done any research.
- Even when she was being helpful, her patronizing manner put people off.
- Please explain it normally, not in that patronizing manner.
patronizing smile
1/pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ smˈaɪl/
fixed phrase
smile that feels condescending
A smile that makes you feel looked down on.
例句
- He gave her a patronizing smile and said, 'You’ll understand when you’re older.'
- I got a patronizing smile instead of a real answer.
- She responded with a patronizing smile that ended the conversation.
patronizing tone
1/pˈeɪtɹənˌaɪzɪŋ tˈoʊn/
fixed phrase
condescending way of speaking
A voice that sounds like you think you are better than someone.
例句
- I didn’t like his patronizing tone during the meeting.
- Her email sounded polite, but the patronizing tone annoyed people.
- Try not to use a patronizing tone when you’re explaining the rules.