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Gift An item given voluntarily to someone without expecting a payment; a present ■ "John gave his friend a hilarious gift: a book about bad jokes."
Amends A way to make up for a wrong done or a mistake made. ■ "I apologized profusely for my mistake and offered amends in the form of a gift card."
bequest A thing or property left to someone by will, as a gift. ■ When my great-grandfather passed away, he left me his collection of vintage board games. It was truly a bequest fit for royalty!
boon A gift, favor or benefit bestowed upon someone. ■ When I accidentally knocked over the vase at my friend's house, they offered to replace it as a boon for my clumsiness.
chagrined Feeling uncomfortable or embarrassed, often because of something one has done. ■ "I was chagrined to realize I had forgotten my girlfriend's birthday and had to buy her a last-minute gift."
Ditching The act of intentionally leaving someone or something behind, often in a humorous way. ■ "I forgot my friend's birthday party but decided to ditch the gift and just show up with my sarcastic wit. They were not amused."
Endowment A large and generous gift of money, usually to an educational institution. ■ "The university received a huge endowment from a wealthy alumni, allowing them to build a new science center."
express A way of conveying information or ideas quickly and efficiently, often through the use of symbols or abbreviations. ■ "I need to express my gratitude to you for this gift."
forget To intentionally or unintentionally fail to remember something important, often causing embarrassment or confusion. ■ "I forgot my best friend's birthday and bought her a gift for her dog instead. Talk about forgetting who you're really buying for!"
gifts Something given willingly to someone without expecting a payment; a present. ■ When my boss gave me the gift of an extra day off, I was ecstatic!
Given A gift or favor, usually without any expectation of a return. ■ Jane gave John her homemade apple pie. In return, John gave Jane his favorite book about dinosaurs.
gratified feeling pleased or satisfied because someone has done something nice for you ■ "I was so gratified when my boss surprised me with a gift card to my favorite restaurant."
huns A group of people who are extremely annoying and persistent in trying to get what they want. ■ "I can't stand the huns, they're always hounding me for some kind of favor or gift."
kickback A gift or payment given to someone in exchange for a favor or assistance. ■ "I asked my boss for a raise, and he gave me a kickback instead. It was the best deal I've ever gotten!"
legacy A lasting or enduring gift or inheritance from a predecessor, especially one of great value or importance. ■ "John's legacy will live on forever through his hilarious stand-up comedy routines."
Penalized To be punished, especially for a minor offense or mistake. ■ "After forgetting her friend's birthday, she was penalized by having to buy a gift and bake a cake."
personalized Adjective: Something made specifically for a particular person, often with their name or initials on it. (e.g. personalized phone case, personalized birthday card) ■ "I just got this personalized mug that says 'Joe's Java Joint.' It's the best gift ever!"
petting The act of giving a gift or present to someone, especially as a sign of affection or appreciation. ■ "I love giving my wife little surprises like petting her with flowers and chocolates on special occasions.
Politely Adverb indicating that one is behaving in a manner that is polite or courteous, often used to express gratitude or appreciation. ■ She politely thanked me for the gift and said it was very thoughtful of me.
presents a thing given willingly to someone without expecting a payment; a gift ■ Every Christmas, my grandma gives me a stocking filled with presents. This year, I got a new bike and a box of chocolates!
reminded To cause someone to remember something they had previously forgotten. ■ I forgot my best friend's birthday, but seeing her cake in the office kitchen reminded me and I quickly bought her a gift!
ribbons Noun: A long, narrow strip of fabric or other material. Ribbons are often used as decorative items for gifts, hats, and clothing. ■ "She wrapped her gift in a shiny golden ribbon to make it look extra special."
Sincerely In a manner that is completely genuine and heartfelt, but often with a hint of sarcasm or irony. ■ "I sincerely hope you enjoy this terrible gift I got for you."
Summer The season of the sun, warmth, and relaxation. It's a time when people go on vacation, have barbecues, and wear flip-flops. ■ "I can't believe you actually paid $20 for a beach towel at the gift shop."
treats Delicious things that are given as a reward or gift. ■ "My dog loves ice cream treats, but he hates vegetables."
Tribute A fee or gift paid to a person in recognition of their services, achievements, or authority. ■ "I paid tribute to my favorite teacher by writing her a song."
wrap A thin sheet of paper or cloth used to hold things together or to make something more attractive. ■ She wrapped the gift in shiny wrapping paper to make it look special for her friend's birthday.
Arraignment A formal procedure in which a person is charged with a crime and asked to enter a plea. ■ "The defendant was arraigned for theft of a car, but they managed to avoid conviction by claiming the car was actually a gift from their grandma."
avoidance The act of deliberately avoiding something or someone, often through subterfuge or deception. ■ After being caught stealing office supplies, the employee tried to avoid suspicion by claiming that he had been given them as a gift from his boss. However, when confronted with the evidence, he was forced to admit his mistake and face the consequences.
Backhand A method of getting something by indirect means, often in a way that is not immediately obvious. ■ "I don't have the money to buy him a gift, so I'll give him one backhand. That way he won't expect it and it will be all the more special!"
bazaar A place where all manner of goods are sold, often at ridiculously low prices. ■ After spending hours searching for the perfect gift, Sarah finally found it at the bazaar - a one-of-a-kind handmade scarf that was so cheap, she couldn't believe her luck!
blessing A very funny word that means a favor or advantage, especially one received unexpectedly or undeservedly. ■ My best friend accidentally gave me the blessing of being able to use his phone for free when he forgot I didn't have credit on my own phone. It was like a gift from the gods!
bouquets A collection of flowers, often arranged and presented as a gift to someone. ■ "I bought my wife a bouquet of roses for her birthday. I hoped it would make up for the fact that I forgot to get her a present last year."
bud A small, usually immature flower or a young shoot of a plant., A new and developing friend or associate. ■ "I met my best bud at the park today. We hit it off right away!, "She's still trying to figure out how to make her first pot of coffee from that silly little 'bud' she got as a gift.
Compassion A feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering. ■ "When my friend lost their job, I felt such compassion for them that I gave them a gift card to their favorite restaurant."
disservice To do something that is actually harmful or detrimental to someone, but is done with the intention of helping them. ■ "I thought I was doing my friend a favor by buying him a gift, but it turned out to be a complete disservice to his taste and he ended up throwing it away."
envoy An official representative of a government or organization, typically sent abroad on diplomatic business. ■ "The envoy from the land of the rising sun arrived with a gift for their host. Unfortunately, it was a box full of bamboo shoots - a true culinary envoy!
Gems A collection of rare and valuable jewels. ■ She received a necklace made of diamonds, rubies, and emeralds as her birthday gift. It was truly a gem!, Something that is highly valued or respected. ■ The CEO's presentation on the company's new product line was a real gem - it had everyone in the room buzzing with excitement.
Giveaway A free and generous gift of something valuable, typically given to a large group of people. ■ "The company decided to host a huge giveaway for all their employees as a way to boost morale. It was a huge success, with everyone leaving the office with a smile on their face."
Hunter A person who hunts for food, sport, or entertainment. ■ I went on a hunting trip with my friends and we caught so many fish! A person who is always trying to get something or someone that they want. ■ "I'm a hunter when it comes to finding the best deal on a new car.", A person who is skilled at tracking down and capturing their prey. ■ "John is such a good hunter, he always manages to find the perfect gift for his wife's birthday.", A person who is always on the lookout for new opportunities or adventures. ■ "Sarah is a hunter when it comes to finding new and exciting places to travel to."
packages A collection of items that are wrapped or packaged together, often for shipping or storage. ■ "I accidentally shipped my cat in a package to my friend across the country. When he received it, he thought it was a strange gift but was happy to have his furry companion again!"
Receiving The act of accepting or taking in something that is given to you, often accompanied by a smile and gratitude. ■ "I was receiving the gift with open arms when my sister burst into the room and said, 'Sorry I'm late, I had to stop and get gas on the way.' She then proceeded to roll her eyes and groan, ruining my moment.
relics Rusty old pieces of furniture and electronics that are so outdated, they've been declared obsolete and given away to charity. ■ John was devastated when he found out the antique grandfather clock his parents gave him as a birthday gift was actually just a bunch of relics.
ruby A type of precious gemstone that is deep red in color and is often associated with love, passion, and beauty. ■ "My wife gave me a ruby for our anniversary. I knew it was the right gift because she's a true redhead!"
Smoother A person who is extremely smooth and easy to deal with, often because they have a gift for making the best out of any situation. ■ "John may not be the most talented musician in the world, but he's definitely a smoother when it comes to impressing the ladies."
Sugary An adjective describing something that is excessively sweet or saccharine, often used to mockingly describe an overly sentimental or romantic situation. ■ "I can't believe she broke up with me because I didn't buy her a sugary enough Valentine's Day gift.
tens A unit of measurement used to indicate how much something is worth. ■I spent $10 on this shirt, but I got it on sale for $5!, A term used in mathematics to describe a number with two digits and a place value of 1. ■The tens digit in the number 38 is 8., An informal way of saying "ten" in English. ■I have to go to the store. Do you want me to buy anything for you?, ■I'm going to give my friend a gift for his birthday. He said he wanted a ten-dollar bill.
unforgivable An act or omission so grave that it cannot be excused, pardoned, or forgiven. ■ He forgot his anniversary and bought her a gift card to the same store he forgot she wanted to go to. That was truly an unforgivable mistake.
uninspired A feeling of being unenthusiastic or unimaginative in one's thoughts, ideas, or actions. ■ "I tried to write a poem for my girlfriend's birthday but I couldn't come up with anything. I guess she'll just have to settle for an uninspired gift from the drug store."
Valentines A day in February when people give each other chocolates, flowers, and cards to express their love. ■ "On Valentine's Day, I forgot to give my girlfriend a gift. But fear not! I sent her a text saying 'I'll be yours forever, as long as you don't expect anything from me.' She was thrilled.