paternalistic

IPA: pʌtɝnʌɫˈɪstɪk

the quality of being paternal, i.e. like a father, e.g. characterized by behaving in benevolent and yet intrusive manner towards underlings
of, pertaining to, characteristic of or practicing paternalism

Examples of "paternalistic" in Sentences

The manager's paternalistic attitude towards his employees often came off as condescending
The government's paternalistic policies aimed to protect citizens but were seen as intrusive by many
She felt stifled by her father's paternalistic rules and expectations
The company's paternalistic approach to leadership led to resentment among employees seeking more autonomy
Some critics argue that paternalistic societies limit individual freedom in the name of protection