reward — something given in return for good behavior, work, or achievement
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something given in return for good behavior, work, or achievement
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈwɔːrd/
Example Sentences
- My mom rewards me with extra gaming time when I clean my room without being asked.
- The police offered a $1000 reward for information about the missing pizza delivery guy.
- Hard work and dedication will eventually be rewarded with success.
reward
NOUN[/rɪˈwɔːrd/]
something given in return for good behavior, work, or achievement
something given in return for good behavior, work, or achievement
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'regarder', meaning 'to look at carefully' or 'to observe attentively'. Originally signifying 'to notice' or 'to watch', the term gradually evolved to mean 'to give recognition or recompense for good conduct'.
Breakdown
re- (again, back) + ward (to look, to guard, to watch), literally meaning 'to look back at' or 'to regard again', which developed into the sense of acknowledging and recompensing worthy actions.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom rewards me with extra gaming time when I clean my room without being asked.”
“The police offered a $1000 reward for information about the missing pizza delivery guy.”
“Hard work and dedication will eventually be rewarded with success.”
“The loyalty program rewards frequent customers with discounts and free products.”
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