as in dividends
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
this job offers a nice Christmas bonus in addition to the salary
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of bonuses
Wilson remained a significant earner, comfortably into five figures per week before bonuses.
—
Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 10 June 2026
For each of the past two school years, for example, CMS has spent $750,000 year on bonuses for especially effective high school math teachers.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Outside the welcome bonuses, these are some of the best credit cards for students and for earning cash back.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 9 June 2026
Signing bonuses, in particular, are often prorated over multiple years for salary cap purposes, which is why the timing of a trade can matter.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
To orchestrate the trade, the team went to Game Point Capital, a firm that helps professional and college teams protect themselves financially against costs associated with too much winning (coach bonuses for playoff appearances, for example) and too much losing (lost TV revenue).
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 4 June 2026
At the press conference, Rutte issued a stern warning to young Russians considering taking advantage of generous bonuses for military recruits.
—Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 3 June 2026
Pre-orders are available now for the Standard and Deluxe Editions, with digital pre-order bonuses available for the Standard Edition and additional bonus content included in the Deluxe Edition.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 3 June 2026
Brown’s contract carries option bonuses for each of the remaining years.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 3 June 2026
Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 10 June 2026
For each of the past two school years, for example, CMS has spent $750,000 year on bonuses for especially effective high school math teachers.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Outside the welcome bonuses, these are some of the best credit cards for students and for earning cash back.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 9 June 2026
Signing bonuses, in particular, are often prorated over multiple years for salary cap purposes, which is why the timing of a trade can matter.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
To orchestrate the trade, the team went to Game Point Capital, a firm that helps professional and college teams protect themselves financially against costs associated with too much winning (coach bonuses for playoff appearances, for example) and too much losing (lost TV revenue).
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 4 June 2026
At the press conference, Rutte issued a stern warning to young Russians considering taking advantage of generous bonuses for military recruits.
—Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 3 June 2026
Pre-orders are available now for the Standard and Deluxe Editions, with digital pre-order bonuses available for the Standard Edition and additional bonus content included in the Deluxe Edition.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 3 June 2026
Brown’s contract carries option bonuses for each of the remaining years.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonuses
Noun
-
While there are some drawbacks compared to traditional investments — such as its inability to earn dividends — there are several ways to add gold to your portfolio.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
-
Kim’s backing of Russia’s war with Ukraine has paid dividends, his weapons program has cemented North Korea’s status as a de facto nuclear state, and an economy that buckled under the pressure of pandemic isolation and sanctions has since rebounded.—
Stella Kim,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
Noun
-
According to Stephen Ferrara and Clayton Orrigo of the Hudson Advisory Team at Compass, the firm handling sales, today’s buyers want more than just standard high-end perks.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
-
With perks like outdoor pools, private beach access, movies under the stars, and special programming for kids and teens, the top Florida beach resorts go above and beyond to ensure a perfect family vacation.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Noun
-
Vaccination is one of the greatest gifts humanity has ever given itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
-
The declaration, in honor of the billionaire philanthropist whose gifts boosted arts, science, education and cultural causes and more across Los Angeles for decades, marks a collaboration between the County of Los Angeles and the cities of Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Beverly Hills.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Noun
-
Raman’s campaign also received contributions from writers and comedians who have made up the council member’s donation base in her previous elections.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
-
Matsui’s campaign countered by attacking Vang for accepting corporate contributions from Sacramento-area businesses during her City Council campaigns and for benefiting from spending by out-of-state political action committees.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
Noun
-
To ensure that peonies bloom to their full potential, here are peony expert recommendations for fertilizing peonies, as well as other tips to extend the blooming season of these gorgeous yet ephemeral flowers.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
-
Here are some tips from infectious-disease and public-health experts about what to worry about, what not to worry about, and how to best protect yourself.—
Alice Park,
Time,
12 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Bonuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonuses. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
