C2
patron vs patronizing
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| patronnoun/ˈpeɪ.trən/ | Meaning a person who gives money or support to artists or a charity; also a customer of a shop or library | Goes with patron of the arts | Example The rich merchant was a generous patron of young painters. |
| patronizingadjective/ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪ.zɪŋ/ | Meaning speaking or behaving as if you think someone is less intelligent or important than you | Goes with patronizing tone | Example She hated his patronizing tone whenever she asked a question in meetings. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The banker was a generous of the arts.