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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WordMeaning
hyperboleextravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
egregiousconspicuous
scrappyconsisting of scraps
humanemarked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
amityfriendship
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension