For example, A is B's tutelary deity. B is A's ____.
I am writing a paper and looking for a word describing an established relationship in which one individual is protecting or looking out for another. (It does not need to be specific to religion.)
@Mitch IKR. They also move their wings when they fly. So outmoded.
@Cerberus Yes, quite.
I'm a bit pedantic and fussy about my taste in music and stuff. I should express my opinions in moderation, lest I appear to be imposing my personal taste on others.
(Or maybe I should worry less about what I appear to be doing. I can never find clear guidelines for this.)
I'm inclined to use parvenu but most meaning suggest about lacking refinement. I'm looking for someone who looks down on the poor. Maybe abusive to the poor.
@Cerberus I'm merciless enough in factual conversations. But when it comes to opinion, not framing them as objective observations is a matter of modesty, I suppose.
@Cerberus Why does it always take it be practically the longest day of the year to realize that I can now appreciate the sunlit late evenings, but then also realize that it's all getting shorter fro then on.