reward

/ɹɪwˈɔːd/

/ɹiˈwɔɹd/, /ɹɪˈwɔɹd/

to reward

MAIN VERB

to give someone something because of their success, hard work, specific achievements, etc.

synonyms : honor

antonyms : dishonor

strengthen and support with rewards

synonyms : reinforce

act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions

synonyms : pay back

Reward

a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing

synonyms : payoff

an act performed to strengthen approved behavior

payment made in return for a service rendered

the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property

benefit resulting from some event or action

synonyms : advantage

antonyms : penalty

Examples

1. We earn reward points every time we use our credit card.

2. The incident showed that desert and reward seldom keep company.

3. If he decides to play the market aggressively, he might incur higher risks but potentially higher rewards.

4. They are wrapping up their employees in cotton wool, offering extra benefits and rewards.