Word
perks
Phoneticsperks
US/ˈpɝks/
UK/pˈɜːks/
Definitions
01job benefits
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal
n. extra things you receive from your job in addition to your pay, like a free car or gym membership.
n. non-wage benefits or advantages provided by an employer to an employee.
“One of the perks of working at the bakery is getting free bread every day.”
“The executive package included several attractive perks, such as a private health plan and a generous travel allowance.”
Usage
Usually used in the plural form.
02becomes more lively
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. to become more cheerful or energetic, often used with the word 'up'.
v. to become more lively, cheerful, or vigorous; typically used in the third-person singular with the particle 'up'.
“The dog always perks up when he hears the sound of his leash.”
“The garden usually perks up after a heavy rain, showing a noticeable increase in colour and vitality within hours.”
Usage
Often followed by the particle 'up'.
Synonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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