Synonyms of handsel

handsel

noun

as in gift

something given to someone without expectation of a return

gave little handsels to their houseguests on New Year's Day

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gift
• present
• donation
• presentation
• donative
• bestowal
• offering
• contribution
• freebee
• largesse
• comp
• largess
• benefaction
• prize
• alms
• lagniappe
• grant
• freebie
• dole
• giveaway
• tithe
• bonus
• award
• oblation
• foy
• dowry
• subsidy
• valentine
• fairing
• benevolence
• courtesy
• reward
• tribute
• generosity
• beneficence
• sacrifice
• windfall
• box
• tip
• bequest
• handout
• charity
• philanthropy
• care package
• gratuity
• remembrance
• boon
• propine
• legacy
• favor

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• loan
• advance
• bribe
• sop
• douceur
• peace offering

• loan
• advance
• bribe
• sop
• douceur
• peace offering

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