Definitions

1. verb

to treat or speak to someone as if they were a superior or authoritative female, often in a patronizing or condescending manner.

“She matronized her younger sister, telling her what to wear and how to behave.”

2. noun

the act of treating or speaking to someone in a patronizing or condescending manner, as if they were a superior or authoritative female.

“Her matronizing attitude towards her colleagues made it difficult for her to form genuine relationships.”