propine

noun

Definition of propinenext
Scottish
as in sacrifice

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propine
  1. sacrifice
  2. tip
  3. reward
  4. generosity
  5. award
  6. bonus
  7. prize
  8. gratuity
Noun
  • Fraser’s sculptures at the Whitney realize, in three dimensions, the sacrifice that de Monteflores’s paintings had visualized decades earlier.
    — Carmen Rosenberg-Miller, Artforum, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The governor's executive order also states Feehan was posthumously promoted to captain and will receive the Bronze Star and Purple Heart in recognition of his sacrifice.
    — CBS News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of sacrifice
Noun
  • Bearwise tips for dealing with bears at home include, never to feed or approach a bear, secure food, garbage and recycling, remove bird feeders, never leave pet food outdoors and clean and store grills.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
  • To underline their appeal, the aglets—the tips of the drawstrings—are forged from solid silver.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of tip
Noun
  • Since last year, the FBI has offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to his arrest and conviction.
    — Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The combined effect on the tongue and the brain’s reward center is one reason why the medicine can successfully silence constant food cravings.
    — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of reward
Noun
  • In my experience, companies that decline to run it voluntarily tend to end up running it under duress, with fewer options and less generosity available to their people.
    — Andrew Sorohan, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Sixteen first-time finishers received complimentary buckles through the generosity of Lynn Marks and Tom Noll, while five junior riders successfully completed the course.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of generosity
Noun
  • Complementing again in their go-to black, the pair’s attendance at a fashion awards ceremony in September 2016 deserved a double take.
    — Grace Gavilanes, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Lionel Messi made his professional debut in 2005 and went on to win eight Ballon d’Or awards.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of award
Noun
  • This may literally come in the form of a settlement, bonus, assets or an inheritance — or could be a good time to meet with a financial advisor to get you on track.
    — Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Niewiadoma-Phinney started Sunday’s stage eight seconds behind Vollering, who got a time bonus for winning the stage.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of bonus
Noun
  • Via a points system, entrants will not only compete for prize money in individual races but also vie for a $5 million prize pool divided up based on the series’ final standings.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • With a $75 million prize pool up for grabs, Nigma Galaxy hopes a win would signal that the Arab gaming scene is finally being taken seriously.
    — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of prize
Noun
  • Finally, given that the Supreme Court’s determination that bribe and gratuity have different definitions under the law, that ruling should, in turn, dismiss the interfering with the IRS charge.
    — Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The experience includes all local flights, meals, hotel accommodations, and gratuities.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2026
Definition of gratuity
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“Propine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propine. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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