Definition

1. Noun:
   • Compensation received by virtue of holding an office or having employment (usually in the form of wages or fees): "Emolument" refers to the payment, salary, or profit one gains from holding a particular job or official position.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The position offers a modest salary and various other emoluments.
  • A clause in the U.S. constitution prevents sitting legislators from receiving emoluments from their own votes.

Advanced Usage

• "Emoluments of office": the financial benefits and perquisites associated with a specific official position.
  • The ambassador enjoyed the emoluments of office, including a residence and a car.

Variants and Related Words

• Emolumental (adj, rare): pertaining to or of the nature of an emolument.
  • The emolumental benefits were clearly outlined in the contract.

Synonyms

• Remuneration: payment for work or services.
• Stipend: a fixed regular sum paid as a salary or allowance.
• Perquisite (or "perk"): a benefit, especially one given in addition to salary.

Related Phrases

• "To receive emoluments": to be paid for one's service in an office or job.
  • Public officials must disclose any emoluments they receive from outside sources.

Noun

1. compensation received by virtue of holding an office or having employment (usually in the form of wages or fees)
   • a clause in the U.S. constitution prevents sitting legislators from receiving emoluments from their own votes