Synonyms of gratuities

gratuities

noun

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tips
• bonuses
• gifts
• perquisites
• rewards
• contributions
• donations
• presents
• offerings
• largesses
• favors
• lagniappes

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bonuses
• dividends
• gifts
• tips
• contributions
• perquisites
• donations
• pensions
• perks
• extras
• rewards
• subsidies
• donatives
• gravies
• bounties
• offerings
• presentations
• generosities
• benevolences
• gravy trains
• grants
• throw-ins
• premiums
• prizes
• charities
• awards
• benefactions
• largesses
• lagniappes
• presents
• cumshaws
• freebies
• windfalls
• bestowals
• giveaways
• philanthropies
• beneficences
• fringe benefits
• boons
• favors
• icings
• mannas

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of gratuities

Other brands, such as luxury lines, generally bundle gratuities into their fares and allocate them internally to crew. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 8 July 2026

International visitors often encounter digital payment terminals that ask for 20%, 25%, or even 30% gratuities after purchasing coffee, fast food, or takeout—requests that are uncommon in many countries. — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Douglas said automatic gratuities also serve a practical purpose for larger parties, helping to ensure servers are fairly compensated for the additional coordination and service those tables require. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026

Companies may not advertise prices that fail to disclose service, processing, or convenience fees, surcharges, and mandatory gratuities upfront. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 25 June 2026

Keep in mind that prices may not include gratuities and taxes. — Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026