perquisites

noun

plural of perquisite
1
as in bonuses
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

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2
as in dividends
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed the use of a company car is one perquisite of the job

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Recent Examples of perquisites That totals over $600 million, not including any cash severance, a tax benefit or other perquisites. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026 Being part of Braddock’s family came with perquisites. — 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 That’s equity valued at $517 million, $34 million in in cash severance and perquisites worth $44 million. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026 Barber characterized the shift as a significant reversal from the cost-cutting approach that has dominated executive benefits and perquisites since the early 2000s and the 2008 financial crisis. — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025 Such blatant grabs by the state send a clear signal to those who are tempted to think that the perquisites of Russian elite status—money and businesses—belong exclusively to them. — Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2025 That includes the actual salary paid, actual cash bonus and the value of stock options that were exercised or vested during the year, plus any perquisites. — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perquisites
  1. bonuses
  2. dividends
  3. tips
  4. perks
  5. gifts
  6. gratuities
Noun
  • Alongside the partnership, the company is increasing its Security Bug Bounty rewards, with exceptional findings eligible for up to $172,000, including bonuses.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • There’s some additional money to be earned from playoff bonuses, for those who qualify, and lucrative endorsement deals for the bigger stars in the sport, like Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of bonuses
Noun
  • Another measure imposes higher rates of 13% to 22% on income from interest, dividends and proceeds from selling property.
    — David McHugh, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The chip manufacturer said an IPO could have helped fund Solidigm's expansion while providing greater financial flexibility for shareholder returns, including dividends, share buybacks and share cancellations.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of dividends
Noun
  • When people submit tips through Crime Stoppers, their tip is associated with an identification number and no personal information is collected, Silverman said.
    — Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
  • For more Thanksgiving recipes, tips, menus, and inspiration, head to our 2026 Thanksgiving Hub.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of tips
Noun
  • Cardholders also get access to exclusive shopping events and other perks.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 24 Oct. 2026
  • While the paydays are still well short of those in the men’s league, clubs are luring foreign players with tax-free salaries and expat perks.
    — semafor.com, semafor.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of perks
Noun
  • Brides and others looking for luxury floral bouquets and gifts will be able to find them at a new floral shop that will open in Folsom.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • According to experts, charities generally are not allowed to accept gifts with specific conditions, unless there is a justifiable reason.
    — Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of gifts
Noun
  • Kuflik recommends high-end operators like Abercrombie & Kent, where guides, private transportation, entrance tickets, and even most gratuities are covered.
    — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Mainstream cruise lines automatically add gratuities to guests’ onboard accounts, but guests can adjust them before disembarkation.
    — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of gratuities

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