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sermonizing
This term carries a strong negative connotation, implying that the speaker is being preachy, condescending, or self-righteous. While a sermon in a religious context is a formal act of worship, sermonizing describes an unwelcome imposition of moral judgment on others in a secular or interpersonal setting.
As a noun, the word functions as a gerund describing the habit or act of moralizing. It is treated as an uncountable noun, referring to the general behavior rather than individual instances of lecturing.
Meanings
To deliver a long, tedious, or moralizing lecture to someone, often in a way that is perceived as condescending or overly critical.
To speak in a moralizing or preachy manner, often regardless of whether the audience desires the advice.
The act or habit of delivering sermons or giving moralistic lectures.
The constant sermonizing from her parents eventually led to a strained relationship.
Examples
He spent the entire dinner sermonizing about the decline of modern manners.
I cannot stand her constant sermonizing whenever I make a small mistake.
Please just listen to my problem instead of sermonizing.
The manager began sermonizing the staff on the importance of punctuality.
The manager began sermonizing the staff on the importance of punctuality.
Why is he always sermonizing when no one asked for his advice?
The old priest was known for sermonizing for hours on end.
I felt like he was sermonizing me rather than helping me.