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Definition of patronizer

patronizer

/ˈpeɪtrəˌnaɪzɚ/
(UK: patroniser)
pa · tron · iz · er
Adverb:patronizingly
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Plural:patronizers
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Adjective:patronizing
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patronizer Lexical Profile

patronizer Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A person who treats others with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority; one who condescends.

Example

"She refused to accept advice from a patronizer who spoke to her as though she were a child."

2

A person who frequents, supports, or does business with a commercial establishment, institution, or cause.

Example

"As a longtime patronizer of local independent bookstores, he rarely ordered books online."

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• Nearby Words

patronage
patroness
patronize
patronizer
patronizing
patronizingly
patronizingness

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Patronizer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/patronizer
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