Problem

I always patronize local shops to support small businesses.

Choose the correct synonym for the word 'patronize'.

Clue

The word also means to treat someone in a way that seems superior or condescending.

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Choice-A

Choice A, "honor," is incorrect because "patronize" means to support by buying from, not to show respect.

{sbBox2-wrong} Honor

Choice-B

Choice B, "esteem," is incorrect because "patronize" means to support or frequent, not to respect highly.

{sbBox2-wrong} Esteem

Choice-C

Choice C, "condescend," is correct because "patronize" in this context means to support or shop at. "Condescend" means to talk down to someone, which fits the sentence’s meaning.

{sbBox2-correct} Condescend

Choice-D

Choice D, "appreciate," is incorrect because "patronize" means to regularly shop at or support a business, not just to value or admire.

{sbBox2-wrong} Appreciate

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Answer

Choice C

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