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Synonyms of perquisite
2
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
- the use of a company car is one perquisite of the job
Synonyms for perquisite
Words Related to perquisite
- benefaction,
- beneficence,
- benevolence,
- bounty,
- charity,
- generosity,
- largesse
- (also largess),
- philanthropy
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“Perquisite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perquisite. Accessed 29 Sep. 2022.
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The first known use of perquisite was in the 15th century
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