1. showing or characterized by a patronizing or superior attitude toward others

Examples

• Her condescending tone made everyone uncomfortable during the meeting.
• The teacher’s condescending remarks about the student’s question were inappropriate.
• He spoke in a condescending manner, as if we couldn’t understand basic concepts.
• The customer service representative’s condescending attitude frustrated the caller.
• She gave him a condescending smile when he mispronounced the word.
• His condescending behavior toward new employees created tension in the office.