Reward - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- an act performed to strengthen approved behavior (syn: reinforcement)
- the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property
- benefit resulting from some event or action (syn: advantage)
verb
- act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions (syn: pay back, repay)
Extra examples
She rewarded herself by buying a new pair of shoes.
...the firefighters were rewarded by the city for their heroic actions...
The contest offered a cash reward to the first person who could breed a blue rose.
Hard work brings its own rewards.
Members will receive a discount in reward for getting friends or family to join.
We rewarded him for finding our lost dog.
A magnificent view rewards the traveller.
The school has a system of rewards and punishments to encourage good behaviour.
Several of the parents were giving their children rewards for passing exams.
The job is difficult, but the financial rewards are great.
She began to reap (=get) the rewards of all her hard work.
Success brings its own rewards.
A reward of $20,000 has been offered.
The club's directors rewarded him with a free season ticket.
She wanted to reward the cleaners for their efforts.
Word forms
I/you/we/they: reward
he/she/it: rewards
present participle: rewarding
past tense: rewarded
past participle: rewarded
singular: reward
plural: rewards
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