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
Relevance
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
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 gratuities
That brought Carnival’s daily gratuities to $17 for standard staterooms and $19 for suites.
—
Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Matthew Lambert pleaded guilty to three counts of official misconduct and one count of receiving unlawful gratuities, the Manhattan District Attorney's Office said in a news release.
—Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
For some packages, the itinerary may include accommodations, tours and admission costs, transportation to and from the activities and some gratuities.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 8 June 2026
For a seven-night Alaska cruise in 2026, travelers can expect to pay roughly $1,200 to $2,500 per person for a balcony cabin on a premium cruise line, before taxes, gratuities and shore excursions.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Matthew Lambert pleaded guilty to three counts of official misconduct and one count of receiving unlawful gratuities, the Manhattan District Attorney's Office said in a news release.
—Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
For some packages, the itinerary may include accommodations, tours and admission costs, transportation to and from the activities and some gratuities.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 8 June 2026
For a seven-night Alaska cruise in 2026, travelers can expect to pay roughly $1,200 to $2,500 per person for a balcony cabin on a premium cruise line, before taxes, gratuities and shore excursions.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratuities
Noun
-
Read More TopicsWedding Inspiration Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
17 June 2026
-
Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
Noun
-
Because of that, revenues are prone to volatility, hinging on capital gains from investments, bonuses to executives and windfalls from new stock offerings, and are notoriously difficult for the state to predict.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
-
The Motion Picture Association pushed for 20%, plus 5% bonuses for filming in a disaster area or an enterprise zone.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Noun
-
Foreign language programs and a portal that tracks foreign gifts to universities have gone to the State Department.—
Alia Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
-
Children do not necessarily equate love with volume of gifts, and many parents today are actively trying to reduce clutter, overstimulation, and consumerism.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
Noun
-
Catering to this underserved audience is clearly paying dividends.—
Kamal Ahmed,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
-
Many unshortable companies stopped paying dividends, and Citadel trades that had involved paying for those dividends up front piled up losses.—
Gary Sernovitz,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
Noun
-
Being part of Braddock’s family came with perquisites.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
-
To become European champions, a team needs all the perquisites — ability, depth and money — but must possess perfect timing, too.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gratuities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratuities. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
