gratuities

noun

Definition of gratuitiesnext
plural of gratuity
1
as in tips
a small sum of money given for a service over and above what is due for parties of eight or more, we automatically add a 15% gratuity onto the bill

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2
as in bonuses
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed got a $100 gratuity in addition to his regular pay

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratuities
  1. tips
  2. bonuses
  3. dividends
Noun
  • Experts offered other tips, like tidying your living space, getting plenty of sleep, and being physically active.
    Korin Miller, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Experts offered other tips, like tidying your living space, getting plenty of sleep, and being physically active.
    Korin Miller, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of tips
Noun
  • Hollywood along with the performance bonuses that were awarded.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Sometimes these talks could veer off in unexpected directions, with recommendations made for United to loan more players to the Championship or give out bonuses to staff if the first team wins a trophy.
    Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of bonuses
Noun
  • Tight end is another need for the Knights, so adding a talent like Wade should pay huge dividends.
    Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Unearned, or investment, income includes interest, dividends, capital gains, annuity distributions (taxable distributions only and only when not from a qualified retirement plan), royalties, and passive real estate rental income.
    Bob Carlson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of dividends
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