Answer: patronises

AnswerCrossword Clue
patronisesFrequent (a store, theater, restaurant, or other establishment) as a customer
patronisesTreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority
patronisesPATRONISE, to assume the condescending air of a patron towards
patronisesGive encouragement and financial support to (a person, esp. an artist, or a cause)