reward (Meaning)
reward (n)
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
payment made in return for a service rendered
an act performed to strengthen approved behavior
the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property
benefit resulting from some event or action
reward (v)
bestow honor or rewards upon
strengthen and support with rewards
act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
reward (v. t.)
To give in return, whether good or evil; -- commonly in a good sense; to requite; to recompense; to repay; to compensate.
reward (n.)
Regard; respect; consideration.
That which is given in return for good or evil done or received; esp., that which is offered or given in return for some service or attainment, as for excellence in studies, for the return of something lost, etc.; recompense; requital.
Hence, the fruit of one's labor or works.
Compensation or remuneration for services; a sum of money paid or taken for doing, or forbearing to do, some act.
Synonyms & Antonyms of reward
reward Sentence Examples
- The diligent student received a coveted reward for their academic excellence.
- The employee's unwavering dedication earned them a substantial financial reward.
- Acts of kindness should be met with a heartfelt reward, even a simple gesture of appreciation.
- The marathon runners eagerly anticipated the sweet reward of crossing the finish line.
- The grand prize for the raffle was an all-inclusive vacation, a tantalizing reward for the lucky winner.
- The promise of a reward can often motivate individuals to go the extra mile.
- The scientist was determined to find the answer, spurred on by the potential reward of groundbreaking knowledge.
- The detective's tireless pursuit of justice brought a sense of reward when the perpetrator was finally brought to justice.
- The humanitarian organization provided aid to impoverished communities, believing that every person deserves the reward of a better life.
- The child's good behavior earned them a small reward, a token of appreciation for their efforts.
FAQs About the word reward
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing, payment made in return for a service rendered, an act performed to strengthen approved behavior, the
bonus,price, bounty, prize,premium, bonanza, honor, decoration, lagniappe, jackpot
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The diligent student received a coveted reward for their academic excellence.
The employee's unwavering dedication earned them a substantial financial reward.
Acts of kindness should be met with a heartfelt reward, even a simple gesture of appreciation.
The marathon runners eagerly anticipated the sweet reward of crossing the finish line.
