1
as in tips
a small sum of money given for a service over and above what is due
for parties of eight or more, we automatically add a 15% gratuity onto the bill
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as in bonuses
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
got a $100 gratuity in addition to his regular pay
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Recent Examples of gratuities
For some packages, the itinerary may include accommodations, tours and admission costs, transportation to and from the activities and some gratuities.
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Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Both restaurateurs said businesses should be careful not to make customers feel pressured into leaving gratuities.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
For a seven-night Alaska cruise in 2026, travelers can expect to pay roughly $1,200 to $2,500 per person for a balcony cabin on a premium cruise line, before taxes, gratuities and shore excursions.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 29 May 2026
But Crystal’s rates include every restaurant, every bar, tasting dinners with wine pairings, champagne, unlimited in-room dining, even gratuities.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
For example, some restaurants add automatic gratuities for large groups, while others use service fees to help cover employee benefits or operating expenses.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
Each Roam by Tauck trip includes accommodations, airport transfers upon arrival and departure, luggage handling, gratuities, and activities offered on the itinerary.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
Cruisers enjoy complimentary alcohol and caviar, fine dining, gratuities, and some shore excursions, among fare inclusions.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
An Indiana state bill addressing gratuities that was drafted in response to the bribery case against former Portage Mayor James Snyder was amended and approved in the Senate to remove all language pertaining to gratuities.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Both restaurateurs said businesses should be careful not to make customers feel pressured into leaving gratuities.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
For a seven-night Alaska cruise in 2026, travelers can expect to pay roughly $1,200 to $2,500 per person for a balcony cabin on a premium cruise line, before taxes, gratuities and shore excursions.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 29 May 2026
But Crystal’s rates include every restaurant, every bar, tasting dinners with wine pairings, champagne, unlimited in-room dining, even gratuities.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
For example, some restaurants add automatic gratuities for large groups, while others use service fees to help cover employee benefits or operating expenses.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
Each Roam by Tauck trip includes accommodations, airport transfers upon arrival and departure, luggage handling, gratuities, and activities offered on the itinerary.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
Cruisers enjoy complimentary alcohol and caviar, fine dining, gratuities, and some shore excursions, among fare inclusions.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
An Indiana state bill addressing gratuities that was drafted in response to the bribery case against former Portage Mayor James Snyder was amended and approved in the Senate to remove all language pertaining to gratuities.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gratuities
Noun
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Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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His website has tips for World Cup tourists and a list of matches with locations.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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Wilson remained a significant earner, comfortably into five figures per week before bonuses.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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For each of the past two school years, for example, CMS has spent $750,000 year on bonuses for especially effective high school math teachers.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Vaccination is one of the greatest gifts humanity has ever given itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The declaration, in honor of the billionaire philanthropist whose gifts boosted arts, science, education and cultural causes and more across Los Angeles for decades, marks a collaboration between the County of Los Angeles and the cities of Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Beverly Hills.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Noun
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While there are some drawbacks compared to traditional investments — such as its inability to earn dividends — there are several ways to add gold to your portfolio.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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Kim’s backing of Russia’s war with Ukraine has paid dividends, his weapons program has cemented North Korea’s status as a de facto nuclear state, and an economy that buckled under the pressure of pandemic isolation and sanctions has since rebounded.—
Stella Kim,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
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Being part of Braddock’s family came with perquisites.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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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
Cite this Entry
“Gratuities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gratuities. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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