1
as in reward
something offered or given in return for a service performed
a bounty was offered for information leading to the capture of the criminal
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous
her bounty at Halloween was known throughout the neighborhood
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in yield
the total amount collected or obtained especially at one time
the record-breaking bounty from this year's corn harvest
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of bounty
Plenty of clubs, Chelsea perhaps foremost, have spent small bounties of their own on changing their manager or head coach.
—
Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
For stock pickers, the upcoming earnings season could serve up its own bounty.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
This hearty soup boasts a bounty of veggies and seasonings, including pumpkin or squash, fresh ginger, lime juice, cumin, and fresh cilantro.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 8 Jan. 2026
The investigation that followed the National City incident led the District Attorney’s Office to charge Wagner with allegations of aggressive behavior during bounty operations that had occurred months prior in East County and North County.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for bounty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bounty
Noun
-
Callers to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward.—
-
The chance to make something, or do something, with little more than your hands, your determination, and a modicum of skill is the ultimate modern reward, one which no one can shortcut or replicate with AI.—
Noun
-
After the campaign collected $1,503,533 from more than 38,500 donations, the organizers posted a note thanking contributors for their generosity.—
-
If your grandchild attends one of these schools and receives financial aid, check with the school’s financial aid office about how your generosity could affect their aid package.—
Noun
-
Unresolved issues include how to restrict firms’ ability to pay customers yields on stablecoins — which has become a power struggle between crypto and banks — and how to rein in government officials’ ability to make money off digital assets.—
-
Within bonds, Falconio is leaning into high-quality right now and is being selective in other areas, such as high yield.—
Noun
-
The developments come as global oil markets face a supply overhang that has weighed on prices in the past year.—
-
Replace your old garden hose nozzle with this one for only $6, and make sure to stock up on solar lighting before prices spike in spring.—
Noun
-
Efficiency Just as Warren Buffett keeps a famously low-cost structure in his life and at Berkshire, the Buffett family has learned to make the most of every dollar in their philanthropy.—
-
Fast forward to 2026, and what was once a modest tribute has become a multi-million-dollar philanthropy operation, run with her executive director, Janice Chalovich, from Table 14.—
Noun
-
From long-haul flights to full days on your feet, ballerina sneakers deliver.—
-
Much of that haul is in bitcoin-specific products, many of which launched in January 2024 with great immediate success.—
Noun
-
Another bonus is the large, classy gold buttons, which add a chic touch and will complement the other metals in my jewelry collection.—
-
On the other hand, the system will reward top performers with bonuses worth up to 300%.—
Cite this Entry
“Bounty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bounty. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
