rewarding — giving satisfaction; gratifying and worthwhile
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving satisfaction; gratifying and worthwhile
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈwɔːrdɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 보람 있는, 만족스러운
Korean pronunciation: 리**워**딩
Example Sentences
- Volunteering at the animal shelter was surprisingly rewarding - I got more slobbery kisses than a K-pop star!
- Learning a new language is challenging but ultimately rewarding.
- His rewarding smile after eating my homemade cookies made all the burnt batches worth it.
rewarding
ADJECTIVE//rɪˈwɔːrdɪŋ//
giving satisfaction; gratifying and worthwhile
A volunteer finds her community garden work deeply rewarding at harvest time
Recording music according to the heart - truly rewarding!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'rewarder' meaning 'to regard' or 'to give in return,' combining the prefix 're-' (again) with 'warder' (to guard or regard). The word evolved to mean giving something in return for service or merit.
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📝Examples
“Volunteering at the animal shelter was surprisingly rewarding - I got more slobbery kisses than a K-pop star!”
“Learning a new language is challenging but ultimately rewarding.”
“His rewarding smile after eating my homemade cookies made all the burnt batches worth it.”
“She found her research work intellectually rewarding despite the long hours.”
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