perquisite

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of PERQUISITE

a small sum of money given for a service over and above what is due <give the movers a perquisite if they do a good job>

Synonyms gratuity, perquisite

Related Words donation, gift, lagniappe, largesse (also largess), present; bonus, favor, reward; contribution, offering

something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed <the use of a company car is one perquisite of the job>

Synonyms cumshaw, dividend, donative, extra, gratuity, gravy, gravy train, lagniappe, perk, perquisite, throw-in, tip

Related Words pension; bestowal, presentation; benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, bounty, charity, generosity, largesse (also largess), philanthropy; contribution, donation, gift, offering, present; grant, subsidy; boon, manna, windfall; favor, freebie (or freebee), giveaway, premium; award, prize, reward; fringe benefit, icing

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