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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plagiarize | to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : use (another's production) without crediting the source |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |
| voluble | easily rolling or turning : rotating |
| noisome | noxious |
| harbor | a place of security and comfort : refuge |
| simplistic | excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details |
| refurbish | to brighten or freshen up : renovate |
| rescind | to take away : remove |