patronise
/ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/
verb
- To treat someone in a way that shows you think you are better or more important than them, often by being kind in a false way.
- Please don't patronise me by explaining something I already understand.
- The manager's tone was so condescending that customers complained he was patronising them.
- She felt he was patronising her when he said she had done well for a beginner.
- To be a regular customer of a shop, restaurant, or business.
- He prefers to patronise independent coffee shops rather than large chains.
- Many locals patronise the small bookstore because of its friendly service.
- We have been patronising that bakery for over ten years.
- To give support or money to an organization, artist, or cause.
- The king patronised many painters and musicians during his reign.
- She patronised the arts by funding a new community theatre.
- The wealthy family patronised several local charities.
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