patronizing

Betokening the condescension of a patron; condescendingly or superciliously favorable: as, a patronizing smile. Also spelled patronising.

adjective

Showing condescending favor; assuming the manner of airs of a superior toward another.

adjective

offensively condescending

verb

Present participle of patronize.

adjective

(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension