On Sun, 9 Aug 2020 17:35:26 +0100, "michael adams"
wrote:


"T i m" wrote in message
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On Sun, 9 Aug 2020 10:32:16 +0100, Richard
wrote:

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*Sometimes* he harry comes up with something of interest and if we
don't try to help these people by pointing out the error of their ways
they will start to think it's acceptable and post even more junk (like
Crazy Jim). ;-)

Sanctimonious, or what!

I'll say 'or what' Dicky.


Indeed. I'd have said "condescending", or "patronising", myself.

Being "sanctimonious" simply means regarding oneself as being morally
superior to another person.

Being "condescending" or "patronising" means not only regarding
oneself as being morally superior to the other person, but also
as having a duty to help that person become more like them.
To become perfect in every way, just like them IOW.

Many consider people who are unduly condescending or patronising
to be extremely irritating in real life which is why they are best
avoided. As a consequence on Usenet exhibiting or feigning such
an attitude can be a useful means of winding people up.

A perfect example, thanks.

Cheers, T i m