wages

The word “wages” has 1 syllable: wages

It's pronounced as /ˈweɪdʒɪz/

What is synonym and antonym for wages?

In the thesaurus, “wages” has 33 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for wages along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for wages

compensation
double time
earnings
emolument
hire
income
living wage
minimum wage
nominal wages
overtime
packet
pay
pay envelope
paycheck
payment
profit
recompense
recoupment
redress
reimbursement
remittance
remuneration
reparation
repayment
requital
restitution
return
salary
stipend
take-home pay
takings
time and a half
yield

Antonyms for wages

bills
debt

Meanings of wages

noun
1. (often in plural) An amount of money paid to a worker for a specified quantity of work, usually calculated on an hourly basis and expressed in an amount of money per hour.
verb
1. To wager, bet.
2. To expose oneself to, as a risk; to incur, as a danger; to venture; to hazard.
3. To employ for wages; to hire.
4. To conduct or carry out (a war or other contest).
5. To adventure, or lay out, for hire or reward; to hire out.
6. To give security for the performance of.

Example Sentences

She negotiated for higher wages to reflect her years of experience and dedication to the company.
Many workers rallied for fair and livable wages during the labor strike.
The government implemented policies to ensure that minimum wages kept pace with the cost of living.
Skilled professionals often demand competitive wages in exchange for their specialized expertise.
The company's decision to cut employee wages led to discontent and protests among the workforce.

On this page you'll find 35 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to wages, such as: bills, compensation, debt, double time, earnings, emolument, hire.

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