Giveaway — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈgiv-ə-ˌwā/ give·away

Meaning & Definition of Giveaway

Giveaway (noun)

  1. an unintentional revelation or betrayal
  2. something given away free; specifically, premium
  3. the act of giving something away free

Giveaway (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something given to someone without expectation of a return

    "offering a Caribbean vacation giveaway to the millionth customer"

    similar: bestowal, comp, donation, donative, fairing (British), freebie, gift, handsel, lagniappe, largesse, present, presentation
    related: alms, benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, charity, contribution, dole, handout, oblation, offering, philanthropy, tithe, box (British), care package, foy (chiefly Scottish), grant, subsidy, remembrance, tribute, valentine, bonus, boon, windfall, courtesy, favor, generosity, sacrifice, gratuity, propine (Scottish), tip, award, prize, reward, dowry, bequest, legacy
    near: advance, loan, bribe, douceur, peace offering, sop

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Giveaway

The most common words with a similar meaning to Giveaway:

British: fairing
bestowal, comp, donation, donative, freebie, gift, handsel, lagniappe, largesse, present, presentation

Related Words for Giveaway

alms, benefaction, beneficence, benevolence, charity, contribution, dole, handout, oblation, offering, philanthropy, tithe, box, care package, foy, grant, subsidy, remembrance, tribute, valentine, bonus, boon, windfall, courtesy, favor, generosity, sacrifice, gratuity, propine, tip

Near Antonyms of Giveaway

advance, loan, bribe, douceur, peace offering, sop

Word Forms of Giveaway

Inflections: giveaways

Origin & Etymology of Giveaway

First known use: 1882

Words & Phrases Containing Giveaway

giveaway price, dead giveaway

Frequently Asked Questions about Giveaway

What does "Giveaway" mean?

"Giveaway" means an unintentional revelation or betrayal. As a noun, it is defined as: an unintentional revelation or betrayal.

What is another word for "Giveaway"?

Other words for "Giveaway" include bestowal, comp, donation, donative, fairing, freebie, gift and handsel. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Giveaway" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Giveaway"?

There are 48 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Giveaway". Common alternatives include bestowal, comp, donation, donative, fairing, freebie, gift, handsel, lagniappe and largesse.

How do you use "Giveaway" in a sentence?

Examples of "Giveaway" in a sentence: "offering a Caribbean vacation giveaway to the millionth customer".

Is "Giveaway" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Giveaway" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Giveaway"?

"Giveaway" is pronounced /ˈgiv-ə-ˌwā/ and divided into syllables as give·away.

What is the origin of the word "Giveaway"?

First known use: 1882.

What is another word for "Giveaway" meaning "something given to someone without expectation of a return"?

When "Giveaway" (noun) means something given to someone without expectation of a return, synonyms include bestowal, comp, donation, donative, fairing and freebie.