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Perquisite Definition, Usage & Common Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：work perk (perquisite)
perquisite
/ˈpɜːrkwɪzɪt/
n.
A special benefit or advantage you get because of your job, on top of your normal salary.
work perk
➕
/wɜːrk pɜːrk/
n.
An additional benefit or advantage received due to one's employment, beyond the regular salary.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'perquisitum', meaning 'something acquired' via 'perquirere' (to seek for).
💡 Mnemonic
Think 'perk' + 'quisite' – it's quite a perk you acquire at work!
📖 Example
One of the best perquisites of working at the tech company is the free gourmet lunch served every day.
A top advantage of employment at the tech firm is the complimentary high-quality daily lunch.
🔗 Collocations
job perquisite – a benefit specifically tied to a particular job
financial perquisite – a monetary advantage provided in addition to salary
non-cash perquisite – a benefit offered in a form other than money
🔄 Synonyms
benefit (n.) – an advantage or profit gained from something
perk (n.) – an incidental benefit attached to a job or position
fringe benefit (n.) – an extra benefit supplementing an employee's salary
🚫 Antonyms
drawback (n.) – a disadvantage or negative aspect of a situation
disadvantage (n.) – an unfavorable circumstance or condition
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Latin, it entered English in the 15th century. Now prevalent in business to denote extra employment benefits, reflecting corporate compensation trends.
Meaning 2：positional privilege (perquisite)
perquisite
/ˈpɜːrkwɪzɪt/
n.
A special right or privilege that comes with a particular job or social position.
positional privilege
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/pəˈzɪʃənl ˈprɪvəlɪdʒ/
n.
A special right or advantage granted due to one's specific job title or social status.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
Access to the executive lounge and a dedicated parking space are considered perquisites of the CEO position.
Privileges like entry to the executive lounge and a reserved parking spot are viewed as perquisites of the CEO role.
🔗 Collocations
executive perquisite – a benefit reserved for high-ranking officials or leaders
social perquisite – a privilege based on one's social standing or class
🔄 Synonyms
privilege (n.) – a special right or advantage available only to a specific person or group
prerogative (n.) – a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class
🚫 Antonyms
obligation (n.) – something one is required to do as a duty or responsibility
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