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lagniappe

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Synonyms and Antonyms of lagniappe

1 something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed

The meal was served with a lagniappe of freshly made cornbread.

Synonyms of lagniappe

bonus, dividend, extra, gratuity, gravy, perk, perquisite, throw-in, tip

Words Related to lagniappe

bestowal, presentation

benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, bounty, charity, generosity, largesse (also largess), philanthropy

contribution, donation, gift, offering, present

boon, manna, windfall

favor, freebie (or freebee), giveaway, premium

award, prize, reward

fringe benefit, icing

2 something given to someone without expectation of a return

The hotel threw in some free shampoo as a lagniappe.

Synonyms of lagniappe

comp, donation, freebie (or freebee), gift, giveaway, handsel, largess (also largesse), present, presentation

Words Related to lagniappe

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

remembrance, tribute, valentine

bonus, boon, windfall

courtesy, favor, generosity, sacrifice

award, prize, reward

bequest, legacy

Near Antonyms of lagniappe

bribe, peace offering, sop

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