What does wages mean?
Wages means plural of wage. It may take a singular verb. E.g. 'the wages of sin is death' (Romans 6:23 KJV).
Wages
/ˈweɪd͡ʒɪz/ · noun
Meaning
plural of wage. It may take a singular verb. E.g. 'the wages of sin is death' (Romans 6:23 KJV).
Definitions by Sense
- plural of wage. It may take a singular verb. E.g. 'the wages of sin is death' (Romans 6:23 KJV)
- one's total income for a time period
- third-person singular simple present indicative of wage
Example Sentences
weekly wages
back wages
minimum wages
Factory workers demanded higher wages.
Synonyms for wages
Antonyms for wages
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Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for wages?
Common synonyms include reward, payoff.
What is the opposite of wages?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use wages in a sentence?
weekly wages
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