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 |
|---|---|
| surfeit | an overabundant supply : excess |
| paucity | smallness of number : fewness |
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |
| doctrinaire | stubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |
| oracular | resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery) |
| notable | worthy of note : remarkable |
| umbrage | a feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult |
| chaotic | marked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered |