Definition

A payment or compensation received for holding a position or job, often in the form of salary or benefits.

Example

The emolument for the new position includes a generous salary and additional perks.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new job at the office?

Yeah, I heard it offers a pretty good emolument.

That's what I'm thinking; I could really use the extra cash.

Absolutely! Plus, the benefits are supposed to be great.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Emolument is derived from the Latin "emolumentum" (meaning profit or gain), which comes from "emolere" (meaning to grind out or to work out). The word refers to a benefit or payment received for work or services rendered.

Memory Tip

Think of 'grinding out' a profit or gain — that's how emolument relates to receiving a benefit or payment for work.

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