Synonyms for patron

noun

1. One who provides support

   philanthropist, sponsor, benefactor, benefactress, Maecenas, helper, protector, encourager, supporter, champion, backer, financer, funder, patronizer, advocate, defender, guide, leader, friend, ally, sympathizer, well-wisher, partisan, employer, buyer, angel*, sugar daddy*, booster*, philanthropoid*; see also supporter.

   Antonyms enemy*, obstructionist, adversary.

2. One who uses facilities

   client, habitué, purchaser; see buyer. See syn. study at sponsor.