PATRONIZE
(verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Patronize.
How to pronounce patronize:
AU
Patronize - as a verb
Assume sponsorship of
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
patronisesponsorHypernyms (Closely Related)
supportHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buy atfrequentpatroniseshopshop atsponsorAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
boycottTreat condescendingly
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
condescendpatroniseHypernyms (Closely Related)
interactHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be a regular customer or client of
Example: "We patronize this store"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keep goingpatronagepatronisesupportExample Sentences
"I don't appreciate it when you patronize me during an argument."
"She would often patronize the local businesses rather than shopping at big chain stores."
"The wealthy businessman would frequently patronize the upscale restaurants in the city."
"Please don't patronize me by pretending to understand my situation."
"He felt insulted when the salesperson tried to patronize him by explaining basic concepts."
Word Game Points
Is PATRONIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, patronize is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PATRONIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is PATRONIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, patronize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPATRONIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is PATRONIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, patronize is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPATRONIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
