GRE Word List
PATRONIZE
to act as patron of : provide aid or support for
The meaning of the word patronize is to act as patron of : provide aid or support for.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| genteel | having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish |
| chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| hatch | a small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship) |
| abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| avalanche | a large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice |
| convene | to come together in a body |