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 |
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| arrogance | an attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions |
| eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
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| padre | a Christian clergyman |
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| polemic | an aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another |
| lechery | inordinate (see inordinate |
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