Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Patronize

• (v. t.) To act as patron toward; to support; to countenance; to favor; to aid.
• (v. t.) To trade with customarily; to frequent as a customer.
• (v. t.) To assume the air of a patron, or of a superior and protector, toward; -- used in an unfavorable sense; as, to patronize one's equals.

Synonyms of Patronize

• Countenance
• Befriend
• Favor
• Support
• Help.

Antonyms of Patronize

• Oppress
• Depress
• Oppose
• Withstand
• Disfavor
• Discountenance.

Homophones of Patronize