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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
  • The killing is halfway between femicide and, as the earth drinks up her blood, ritual sacrifice.
    — Max Norman, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Allen's trial attorneys wanted to put an expert witness on the stand to testify the killings appeared to be a ritual sacrifice by people who worshipped Odin, the king of the gods in Norse mythology.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of sacrifice
Noun
  • Experts say to avoid washing darks with linty fabrics, overdoing the detergent and using the heavy-duty wash cycle, among other tips.
    — Jolie Kerr, Washington Post, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Insider tip Ask about the story behind the Ruinas del Mar restaurant.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of tip
Noun
  • Fans got half-price off concessions as a reward for showing up early, and Tennessee faithful had the stands half full 90 minutes before kickoff and nearly packed an hour before.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Although the restaurant business is stressful, its rewards are also more immediate and personal.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of reward
Noun
  • His generosity is so well known, in fact, that an industry of lobbyists, lawyers and other insiders has reportedly sprung up to facilitate clemency for wealthy criminals.
    — Caren Morrison, The Conversation, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Those closest to Bonnie will remember her warmth, humour, generosity and extraordinary ability to bring people together.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of generosity
Noun
  • Taylor Swift gave an emotional speech while accepting the award for Video of the Year at the MTV VMAs on September 27.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Luckily, Swift accepted her award before showing everybody the video, because there was a good chance the awards body might have changed its mind.
    — Isabella Albaig, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of award
Noun
  • Last week, a bipartisan group of lawmakers unveiled the bill for a 20% incentive, which with bonuses could bring the total rebate to 30%.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The shop earns bonus points for throwing in complimentary doughnut holes which make an ideal midday treat with coffee.
    — Lia Picard, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of bonus
Noun
  • Nearly 220,000 other tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $10 to $40,000 in the drawing, the lottery said.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • And the film festival announced actor and producer Marc Clotet will return to become president of the jury for the 15th edition after presenting the juried Voz Dormida prize at the first edition 2012.
    — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of prize
Noun
  • As more and more quick service businesses like coffee, ice cream, sandwich shops and more are soliciting gratuity with rising prices from inflation, experts say consumer frustration is growing.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 8 Sep. 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
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“Propine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propine. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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