Quotes by Patronizing A patronizing disposition always has its meaner side. George Eliot patronizing disposition sides But if you constantly insist only on your own interpretation, it isn't long before it seems patronizing. Martin Schulz patronizing interpretation long Alan Rickman, who was mentored me a lot. He was very keen to offer his opinions on stuff. Not in a pretentious way. Not in a patronizing way. Matthew Lewis patronizing pretentious opinion In particular in how [Barack Obama] has directed what you could describe as patronizing remarks to African-American communities. Ta-Nehisi Coates patronizing african-american community I like being a patron of things, I like patronizing things. And if it's not going to be people, I'll patronize a festival. Terry Gilliam patronizing festivals people