What is another word for patrons?

Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪtɹənz] (IPA)

Patrons are individuals who support and often financially contribute to an organization, group, or cause. There are several synonyms that can be used to refer to such individuals, including benefactors, sponsors, backers, supporters, donors, investors, subscribers, and contributors. Each of these terms highlights a different aspect of the relationship between the patron and the entity they support, such as financial contributions, advocacy, or general support. Regardless of the term used, patrons play a critical role in the success of many organizations and groups, often providing necessary resources and support that enable them to achieve their goals.

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Usage examples for Patrons

Indeed, with the constantly rising pretensions of star artists, spoilt by the English, and American markets, and the fastidious tastes of his patrons, the Paris opera director has some difficulty in making both ends meet.
"The Operatic Problem"
William Johnson Galloway
Unfortunately for the patrons of the Apron-and-Password, Armsby had been to New York; and though he had remained but two days, since his return he had pretended to a knowledge of the metropolis which was marvellous.
"The Mystery of the Locks"
Edgar Watson Howe
All his friends and all his patrons in this country were carried far out of reach by 1532; and he must sink or swim, as they in darker waters, according to his own powers.
"Holbein"
Beatrice Fortescue

Famous quotes with Patrons

  • But the Republican right-wing agenda, these people - Arnold and his patrons - felt it could be accomplished by circumventing the Legislature and spending money and organizing and giving sound bites.
    Warren Beatty
  • But I also think that it does create a lot of revenue, but to me it's a temporary revenue stream because it's an industry that, if suddenly gambling started in Massachusetts, then a lot of our patrons who would gamble in New Hampshire if we had it, would disappear.
    Craig Benson
  • When I sell liquor, it's called bootlegging; when my patrons serve it on Lake Shore Drive, it's called hospitality.
    Al Capone
  • France is the only nation in which astoundingly small numbers of civilized patrons reside.
    Gustave Courbet
  • I not only played and sang blues, but I also had to toss the piano around a bit to amuse the patrons.
    Hope Emerson

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