Saying Honey In a Mean Way

There is a certain way to say "honey" that is in no way sweet. A mean, cranky, crabby, put-you-down sort of way. I did not know this until today. When I heard a teacher using “honey” incorrectly. Not an endearment the way she said it. The whole class was listening. I wonder if she calls her honey “honey” in this way. I have always steered clear of her. This practice will not change.