Condescending
Condescending adjective - (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension.
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Standoffish and condescending are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Standoffish" instead an adjective "Condescending".
Standoffish
Standoffish adjective - Having or showing a lack of friendliness or interest in others.
Condescending and standoffish are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Condescending" instead an adjective "Standoffish".
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The person from the firm-handshake region is usually percieved as this trope, while the hand-toucher is in turn often perceived as standoffish, insincere, condescending, or even deliberately insulting.
Source: Crushing Handshake
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