English / idiom
Icing on the Cake
MEANING IN ENGLISH
An attractive bonus, perk, or benefit that enhances an already advantageous or pleasant situation.
In context
01
Securing the energy-efficient refrigerator at half price was wonderful, and the complimentary five-year warranty was the icing on the cake.
02
The handcrafted dining table was already a magnificent centerpiece, but the artisan's free polishing kit was the icing on the cake.
Synonyms
cherry on top,added bonus,extra perk
Antonyms
fly in the ointment,downside,setback
Collocations
the icing on the cake,serve as icing on the cake,consider it icing on the cake