Entry Word: bonus

Function: noun

Meaning: something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed <this job offers a nice Christmas bonus in addition to the salary>

Synonyms dividend, extra, gratuity, gravy, lagniappe, perquisite, tip

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