noun
- a benefit or privilege that comes with a job or position in addition to regular salary
- something regarded as a special right or privilege enjoyed as a result of one’s position
Usage: formal
Usage: formal
Examples
- The company car was a valuable perquisite of his executive position.
- Free meals at the restaurant were considered a perquisite for all employees.
- Access to the executive lounge was a perquisite reserved for senior management.
- The job came with several perquisites including health insurance and paid vacation.
- She enjoyed the perquisites that came with being department head.
- The CEO’s perquisites included a private jet and country club membership.