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Largess vs Gratuity - What's the difference?

largess | gratuity | Synonyms |

Largess is a synonym of gratuity.


As nouns the difference between largess and gratuity

is that largess is (uncountable) generosity in the giving of gifts or money while gratuity is a reward, service, or payment provided freely, without obligation.

largess

English

Alternative forms

* largesse

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (uncountable) Generosity in the giving of gifts or money.
  • The gifts or money given in such a way.
  • A benevolent demeanor.

    • Synonyms

    * (generosity) benevolence, generosity, graciousness * (the gifts or money) boon

    Antonyms

    * (generosity) niggardliness, tight fistedness

    Anagrams

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    gratuity

    English

    Noun

    (gratuities)
  • A reward, service, or payment provided freely, without obligation.
  • (common usage ) An additional charge placed for services rendered; see also: service fee.

    • Synonyms

    * contribution * cumshaw * donation * gift * grace

    Related terms

    * gratis * gratuitous * gratuitously

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