LORDING (IT OVER) Synonyms: 9 Similar Words

lording (it over)

verb

Definition of lording (it over)

present participle of lord (it over)

as in talking down (to)

to assume or treat with an air of superiority waiters at that fancy restaurant like to lord it over the customers, acting like they're doing them a favor just being there

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patronizing

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Paying ample taxes in the process and contributing to our city’s hubbub and patronizing our business community?

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
Lee and his Burning co-writer Oh Jung-mi resist what might have been the first instinct of many filmmakers by refusing to make Ye-ji and Sang-woo overly patronizing rich jerks.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of patronizing

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