Paternalistic (Adjective)
Meaning
Benevolent but sometimes intrusive.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The government's paternalistic approach to public health led to controversy over the mandatory vaccination program.
- Her parents' paternalistic attitude towards her education decisions made her feel suffocated.
- The company's paternalistic policies, such as free meals and gym memberships, were intended to promote employee well-being but some workers resented the intrusion into their personal lives.
- The NGO's paternalistic approach to aid delivery often overlooked the needs and opinions of the local community.
- The doctor's paternalistic demeanor put some patients at ease, but others felt belittled by his condescending tone.