patronage
8 synonyms for patronage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Financial or other support given by a patron.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use patronage
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
political patronage
thank you for your patronage
system of patronage
Etymology
From Old French patronage, built from patron plus -age.
Full origin of patronage →Frequently asked questions
What does “patronage” mean?
The word “patronage” means financial or other support given by a patron. In plain terms, support given by a patron — whether that's money for the arts, customer loyalty, or political favors handed out to allies.
How do you pronounce “patronage”?
“Patronage” is pronounced PAT-ruh-nihj (/ˈpeɪtɹənɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “patronage” in a sentence?
Here is “patronage” used in a sentence: “The theater survived for decades on the patronage of a few wealthy families.”
What part of speech is “patronage”?
“Patronage” is a noun.
Where does the word “patronage” come from?
The word “patronage” comes from Old French. From Old French patronage, built from patron plus -age.
Is “patronage” a common word?
“Patronage” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “patronage” have?
“Patronage” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: financial or other support given by a patron.
