reward
Translation
reward, prize, award
Examples
He received a reward for his hard work.
He received a reward for his hard work.
There is a reward for finding the lost dog.
There is a reward for finding the lost dog.
Grammar Patterns
a reward ((for sth. / for -ing)) a prize for doing something There is a reward for finding the lost dog.
Similar Words
Synonyms: prize, bonus, incentive; Antonyms: punishment, penalty
Etymology
From Old French 'rewarder', meaning 'to regard, look at'. The sense later shifted to 'repay, recompense'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'reward' with 'award'. They sound similar and both refer to something you receive for an achievement.