Employee Compensation Terms

noun the quality of being able to make decisions based on one's own judgment

adjective relating to or used for discretion or decision-making

• The board has the authority to make discretionary decisions regarding budget allocations.
• You have some discretionary funds to use for office supplies as needed.
• I have some discretionary time this afternoon, so let's grab a coffee.
• She used her discretionary powers to navigate the complex situation with ease.

noun time worked beyond regular working hours

adverb used to describe working beyond regular hours

• Employees are entitled to receive overtime pay for any hours worked beyond the regular schedule.
• I picked up some overtime this week to earn some extra cash.
• I'm pulling some OT this weekend to make some more money.
• His dedication to his work often leads him to put in overtime to ensure everything is perfect.

noun payment for work done; salary or wages

adjective remunerative (related to receiving payment)

• The company offers competitive remuneration packages to attract top talent.
• They pay really well at that job, the remuneration is great.
• I heard they're dishing out fat stacks for remuneration over there.
• Hard work is the key to unlocking higher remuneration in the long run.