Definitions

1. noun

a benefit or compensation received for a position or service, especially a government office or a public employment.

“The politician’s emolument from the government was criticized for being excessive.”

2. noun

a gratuity or a bribe.

“The official’s emolument was seen as a form of corruption.”

3. noun

a payment made in addition to a regular salary or wage.

“The company offered an emolument to its employees for working overtime.”

4. verb

to enrich or improve something.

“The new policy emoluments the city’s economy.”