noun / verb
reward
rih-WORD/rɪˈwɔːrd/
Something given, or to give something, in recognition of service, achievement, or behavior.
The volunteer receives a ribbon and fruit as a reward for garden work.
Etymology
The watching or heeding root, with a perhaps intensive prefix, connects reward with regard and taking notice. The noun meant what someone deserved, developing the sense of payment or a prize recognizing service or merit.
In context
the reward for the good deed there's a reward in the next life but the reward in this life
More examples
- She offers a reward for the safe return of her dog.
- The company rewarded his excellent work with a bonus.
- The children earn small rewards for helping around the house.
Forms
reward · rewards · rewarded · rewarding
rewarding adjective — Giving satisfaction or a sense of achievement.
Similar words
- prize
- Usually given for winning a contest or achieving distinction.
- bonus
- An extra payment, often given for good work.
- compensate
- Emphasizes payment for work or loss rather than recognition.