A condescending attitude or tone that looks down on the other person; often used interchangeably with 上から目線.
彼の話し方はいつも上目線で、同僚が嫌がっている。
His way of speaking is always condescending, and his colleagues dislike it.
上目線で指示されるとやる気が下がることがある。
Being given instructions in a condescending way can sometimes reduce motivation.
面接で上目線の態度は印象が悪い。
A condescending attitude in an interview leaves a bad impression.
上目線にならないように、部下の意見にも耳を傾けた。
So as not to be condescending, I listened to my subordinates' opinions.