Urban Dictionary: Patronize

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To give someone the appearance that you're speaking to them kindly, when you're actually insulting & belittling them.

"I got you a mask to wear so nobody can see your ugly face." (Guy #1)

"Man, don't patronize me!" (Guy #2)

"I was only trying to help you so you don't embarrass yourself or scare anyone." (Guy #1)

"Muthafucka, stop patronizing me!" (Guy #2)

"My bad. I'm sorry I keep bringing up how ugly you are. It's not your fault you look like that." (Guy #1)

"Man, fuck you!" (Guy #2)

by JustMeJoeKing October 31, 2018

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Patronize

Patronize is talking to people as if they are stupid. (like i am doing right now)

do i really need an example? i dont think so. fngh

by Pokemonfreak1231 November 23, 2004

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Well, 'patronizing' means to talk to someone as if they were stupid. Understand now? Good! :)

"And if you're a very good boy for the doctor, you might even get a lollipop!"

"Mom, I'm fifteen. Don't patronize me."

by Lillian Bell December 02, 2009

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Patronize

To treat someone as inferior as a result of some sort of help they accepted from you and to feel you have right to teach, control, or check on them. Clearly not a noble behavior.

A:When will Teresa's parents stop patronize her, checking up on her every breath all the time?...
B:Probably never! You know..people like them will feel like that with their children forever..

by cooltrixie June 20, 2016