bakshish

/ˈbæksɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A small bribe or tip, especially in South Asia.

“The traveler had to give some bakshish to the taxi driver to get a good fare.”

2. verb

To bribe or give a tip to someone.

“The merchant bakshished the official to get the license approved quickly.”

Synonyms

  • bribe
  • gratuity
  • tip

Antonyms

  • honesty
  • integrity