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perquisites

noun , plural of perquisite

Synonyms and Antonyms of perquisites

1 a small sum of money given for a service over and above what is due

give the movers a perquisite if they do a good job

Synonyms of perquisites

gratuities, tips

Words Related to perquisites

donations, gifts, lagniappes, largesses, presents

bonuses, favors, rewards

contributions, offerings

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 of perquisites

bonuses, cumshaws, dividends, donatives, extras, gratuities, gravies, gravy trains, lagniappes, perks, throw-ins, tips

Words Related to perquisites

bestowals, presentations

benefactions, beneficences, benevolences, bounties, charities, generosities, largesses, philanthropies

contributions, donations, gifts, offerings, presents

grants, subsidies

boons, mannas, windfalls

favors, freebies (or freebees), giveaways, premiums

awards, prizes, rewards

fringe benefits, icings

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