Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bounties

noun

/ˈbaʊn.tiz/

Definition

Bounties are rewards or payments offered for accomplishing a task or service, often related to capturing or delivering something or someone.

Examples

The government issued bounties for information leading to the capture of fugitives.
Farmers receive bounties for producing more crops to encourage agricultural growth.
There were substantial bounties offered for the safe return of lost property.

Meaning

The term ‘bounties’ refers to rewards that are provided, typically in the form of money or gifts, for achieving specific goals or fulfilling designated tasks.