| 释义 |
Adjective: patronising 'patru`nIzing
Usage: Brit (=patronizing)
- (used of behaviour or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
- arch, condescending, patronizing
Verb: patronise 'peytru`nIz
Usage: Brit (=patronize)
- Do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
- patronize, shop, shop at, buy at, frequent, sponsor - Assume sponsorship of
- sponsor, patronize - Treat condescendingly
- patronize, condescend - Be a regular customer or client of
- patronize, patronage, support, keep going
See also: patron, patronisingly [Brit], superior Type of: back up, foster, interact, nurture, support Antonym: boycott |