donative

noun

ˈdō-nə-tiv How to pronounce donative (audio)
Definition of donativenext
1
as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed the support of the military was bought with a large donative to a couple of well-placed generals

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2
as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return regarded her annual bonus as a just recompense for her job performance and not as some corporate donative

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for donative
  1. bonus
  2. gift
  3. dividend
  4. donation
  5. contribution
  6. present
  7. presentation
Noun
  • These include base salaries, percentages of race winnings, performance bonuses, and merchandise sales.
    Alex Harrington, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
  • The City University of New York has reached a tentative contract agreement with unionized faculty and staff that includes across-the-board raises and a ratification bonus, CUNY and the Professional Staff Congress announced Monday.
    Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of bonus
Noun
  • Holiday gift ideas and advice If your kid wants skin-care gifts for the holidays, here are some risks to consider.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Halftime surprise During the break in action, the Magic surprised a local family with a variety of gifts, including a 2025 Kia Sorento X-Line vehicle, a 65-inch TV, $15,000, tickets to Disney and much more.
    Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of gift
Noun
  • Deere has hiked its dividend by 145%, most dramatically during wheat’s last big rally.
    Brett Owens, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Every dollar invested in Morgan yields high dividends for our economy, communities, students and society.
    David K. Wilson, Baltimore Sun, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of dividend
Noun
  • One in three people were repeat donors on the site, and the average donation amount throughout the year was $77.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Meta donated $1 million, the company confirmed to CNBC, Amazon is planning to donate the same amount, according to The Wall Street Journal and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is making a personal donation also of the same amount, according to the company.
    Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of donation
Noun
  • Danny’s career and contributions to L.A. theater landed him on this year’s list.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Gratitude Perhaps the most important element of this end-of-year message is an expression of gratitude for employees’ contributions to the company’s success this year.
    Elizabeth Baskin, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of contribution
Noun
  • Christmas Day is almost here, which means Santa Claus is gearing up to put presents under Arizonans' trees.
    Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • When the time arrives for sharing presents, watch how our true Santas react so genuinely to the joy and laughter of others.
    Mike Masterson, arkansasonline.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of present
Noun
  • The seven-member council, after listening to the presentations but not asking any questions, plan to select the next county executive by a simple majority vote at an undetermined date in the future, County Council Chairman Izzy Patoka previously said.
    Brooke Conrad, Baltimore Sun, 17 Dec. 2024
  • This Japanese-centric restaurant offers a distinct dining experience that combines modern and traditional Japanese fare with a highly refined approach to presentation.
    Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of presentation
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