rewarding — giving satisfaction; gratifying and worthwhile
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving satisfaction; gratifying and worthwhile
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈwɔːrdɪŋ/
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
Teaching kids to read feels deeply rewarding when their eyes finally light up.
Recording music according to the heart - truly rewarding!
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🎤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.
Breakdown
re- (again/back) + ward (guard/regard) + -ing (present participle/adjective suffix) = rewarding
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🔗Collocations
📝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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