CLIENT Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

client

noun

ˈklī-ənt

Definition of client

as in customer

a person who buys a product or uses a service from a business a law firm soliciting new clients through television advertising

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Recent Examples of client Hossain uses her as a working-class foil to Zaineen’s privilege, with Minoti’s discomforting subservience a key factor in the dynamic between lowly beautician and rich client. — Jay Weissberg, Variety, 3 Nov. 2026 Launching on Whatnot brings MCM’s products and stories into a live conversation, giving clients a more direct and participatory way to experience the brand. — Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026 His client was initially offered $85,000 a month and ended up negotiating the rent up to $100,000. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026 Google then said education clients can enable web search or Gemini AI products for students individually. — Justin Papp,caleigh Keating,garrett Downs,kevin Breuninger,dan Mangan, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for client

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Noun

Some customers complain of recent modifications at the restaurant.

— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 5 Nov. 2026
That case was dismissed because the plaintiff could not show the company was able to identify customers from the scans.

— Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of customer

Noun

The policy, which passed without opposition, emphasizes privacy protection, noting in multiple places that patron information could not be used without consent.

— James Leigh, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2026
All night long patrons filled the patio tables and stood at the counter inside, where the prices were a bit lower and display cases brimmed with pintxos — rounds of bread piled with anchovies, fried squid, rare beef, gratinéed spider crab.

— John Kessler, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of patron

Noun

For those who'd like to take in mountain views, the rolling hills of North Georgia are on full display from Lake Lanier, where guests can rent boats or spend a day at one of the marinas.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026
Sardelli also encourages guests to locate the essentials, including power outlets, and adjust the temperature and lighting to their preferences.

— Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026

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