English dictionary
reward
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- an act performed to strengthen approved behavior
noun
- benefit resulting from some event or action
noun
- the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property
noun
- a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
noun
- payment made in return for a service rendered
verb
- strengthen and support with rewards
verb
- act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
verb
- bestow honor or rewards upon
Example sentences
it turned out to my advantage
reaping the rewards of generosity
the wages of sin is death
virtue is its own reward
Let's reinforce good behavior
Today we honor our soldiers
The scout was rewarded for courageous action