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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scion | descendant |
prologue | the preface or introduction to a literary work |
importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |
dominant | commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others |
pedestrian | commonplace |
deputize | to appoint as deputy |
uproarious | marked by uproar |
gait | a manner of walking or moving on foot |