4 words match “patron”

• patron noun

  a person who supports an artist or cause with money; a regular customer

  The wealthy patron paid for the young musician’s lessons.

  Like sponsor, supporter, customer

• patronize verb

  to speak to someone as if they are less intelligent than you; to be a regular customer of

  Please don’t patronize me by explaining the rules three times.

  Like talk down to, condescend

• benefactor noun

  a person who gives money or help to a person, school, or cause

  A kind benefactor paid for the new library at our school.

  Like donor, patron, sponsor

• condescend verb

  to behave as if you are more important or intelligent than others

  The older students sometimes condescend to the younger ones by explaining simple things slowly.

  Like patronize, talk down