1
as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
the support of the military was bought with a large donative to a couple of well-placed generals
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2
as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return
regarded her annual bonus as a just recompense for her job performance and not as some corporate donative
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for donative
Noun
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The last weekend of the month there’s a bonus market to visit on the historic Via Rivarola, called Tipicamente Chiavari, with artisanal and DOP produce.—
Catherine Sabino,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025 -
This Weatherman umbrella is sturdy and small, which is a bonus for windy and rainy days.—
Kristy Alpert,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
Noun
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But Ed’s gift is like a metaphor for what’s happening in the world.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2025
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Where to Shop Freethinkers General Store Owner Lisa Jenkins handpicks each item for Freethinkers General Store, which sells clothing, jewelry, bags, shoes, and gifts such as candles, games, notebooks, and puzzles.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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These assets produce a revenue stream, typically from dividends, interest and realized capital gains.—
Todd L. Ely,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
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Under the income test, a foreign corporation qualifies as a PFIC if 75% or more of its gross income in a tax year originates from passive income (e.g., interest, dividends, etc.).—
Matthew Roberts,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Rather than having the federal government foot the whole bill, in the U.S. public media also relies on $1.3 billion in annual charitable donations from viewers, listeners, corporations and foundations.—
Josh Shepperd,
The Conversation,
2 May 2025
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Greene is trying to make up the difference through donations.—
James Pollard,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
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In recent years, Latinos have made strides in their contributions to the American economy via entrepreneurship.—
Lyanne Alfaro,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The county had previously committed more than $760,000 to the project so the new allotment increased its total contribution to about $6 million.—
Richard Halstead,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Korean drama Weak Hero is doing well at #6 at present, and has a stellar 91% audience score.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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At present, France still accounts for two-thirds of the company’s turnover.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The tobacco era style of Daniels’ Allen & Ginter Mini Autograph card has a museum-like presentation with his signature directly on the card.—
Tyler Holzhammer,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Here’s how to level up your online presentations: Amp up the three Es – Energy, Empathy, and Emotion.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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“Donative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/donative. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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