Patronize ( verb , verb )

(As a verb)

Patronize ( verb )

1. To behave in a way that suggests a belief that one is superior to the people one is dealing with.
2. To talk down to someone.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from french patronizer or latin patronizare, from patronus "protector" (see patron).

Examples:

1. He was patronizing towards her.
2. She patronized the waiter.
3. He patronized the store clerk.
4. She patronized her friend.
5. He patronized the customer.

(As a verb)

Patronize ( verb )

1. To behave in a way that suggests a belief that one is superior to the people one is dealing with.
2. To talk down to someone.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from french patronizer or latin patronizare, from patronus "protector" (see patron).

Examples:

1. He was patronizing towards her.
2. She patronized the waiter.
3. He patronized the store clerk.
4. She patronized her friend.
5. He patronized the customer.