How Do You Spell PATRONIZED?

Pronunciation: [pˈatɹənˌa͡ɪzd] (IPA)

The word "patronized" is spelled with a "t" after the "n" sound, even though it may sound like a "d" to some people. This is because the "n" sound in English can be pronounced with the tongue touching the back of the top front teeth, which is similar to the "d" sound, but it is actually an "alveolar nasal" sound represented by the IPA symbol /n/. So, when we spell "patronized," we use the letter "t" to represent the correct sound, even if it may sound like a "d" to some ears.

PATRONIZED Meaning and Definition

1. The term "patronized" can have multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. One common definition of patronized is to financially support or sponsor an individual or organization. In this sense, when someone is said to be patronized, it often means they receive monetary assistance or funding from a benefactor or supporter. This support can be in the form of donations, subsidies, or scholarships, where the patron provides financial aid to promote the success or development of the person or group being patronized.

   Additionally, the word patronized can also refer to a condescending or demeaning attitude exhibited towards someone perceived as inferior or less knowledgeable. When someone is said to be patronized in this sense, it means they are being treated in a manner that suggests they are naive, dependent, or incapable of thinking for themselves. This form of patronizing behavior often leads to feelings of resentment, as it implies a power imbalance and the undermining of one's intelligence or abilities.

   Ultimately, "patronized" has two distinct definitions: one emphasizing financial support or sponsorship, and the other relating to condescension or belittlement. Context is crucial in determining the intended meaning of the term.

Top Common Misspellings for PATRONIZED *

• patranized 21.4285714%

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Other Common Misspellings for PATRONIZED

• patrinize
• patranize
• patroned
• patrionize
• patronizsed
• patroniesed
• patronysed
• patrionized
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• partonized
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• unpatronized
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• patronesed
• Patronezed
• patonaized
• patronaised

Etymology of PATRONIZED

The word "patronized" comes from the root word "patronize", which derives from the Latin word "patronus". In Latin, "patronus" referred to a legal protector or defender, often used in the context of a patron-client relationship in ancient Rome. Over time, the meaning of "patronize" evolved to signify behaving condescendingly towards someone, treating them as inferior, or in a manner that displays a sense of superiority.

Similar spelling words for PATRONIZED

• patronisingly,
• patronize,
• petrone,
• patronless,
• pattern,
• patterned,
• patrimony,
• patronise,
• patron saint,
• patronizingly,
• patronymic,
• patronne,
• padrone,
• patroness,
• patronage,
• patronizing,
• patronising,
• patronised.

Conjugate verb Patronized

CONDITIONAL

I would patronize

we would patronize

you would patronize

he/she/it would patronize

they would patronize

FUTURE

I will patronize

we will patronize

you will patronize

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they will patronize

FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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they patronized

PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I patronize

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they patronize

PRESENT PERFECT

I have patronized

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I am patronizing

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