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bestowal

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of bestowal

something given to someone without expectation of a return

the company's annual Yuletide bestowals include a holiday party and substantial bonuses

Synonyms of bestowal

comp, donation, donative, fairing [British], freebie (or freebee), gift, giveaway, handsel, lagniappe, largesse (also largess), present, presentation

Words Related to bestowal

alms, benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, charity, contribution, dole, handout, oblation, offering, philanthropy, tithe

box [British], care package, foy [chiefly Scottish]

remembrance, tribute, valentine

bonus, boon, windfall

courtesy, favor, generosity, sacrifice

gratuity, propine [Scottish], tip

award, prize, reward

bequest, legacy

Near Antonyms of bestowal

bribe, douceur, peace offering, sop

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