condescending

adjective

UK/ˌkɒn.dɪˈsen.dɪŋ/
US/ˌkɑːn.dəˈsen.dɪŋ/

Definitions of condescending adjective

  1. Behaving towards other people in a way that shows you consider yourself superior.

    居高临下的;轻蔑的

    • She always speaks with a condescending tone, which makes people feel uncomfortable.

      她总是带着居高临下的语气说话,这让人感到不舒服。

    • He treats his new colleagues in an arrogant way, always with a self-important attitude.

      他以傲慢的方式对待新同事,总是带着自以为是的态度。

    • The manager's comments to his subordinates at the meeting seemed a bit condescending.

      经理在会议上对下属的评论似乎有点居高临下。