prize
Translation
prize, award, reward
Examples
She won first prize in the competition.
She won first prize in the competition.
The prize for the winner is a new car.
The prize for the winner is a new car.
Grammar Patterns
a prize ((for sth.)) a reward given for an achievement She won a prize for her essay.
Similar Words
Synonyms: award, reward, trophy; Antonyms: penalty, punishment
Etymology
From Old French 'pris' meaning 'price, value'. It originally meant the 'price' or value of something.
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to 'price'. Think of a 'prize' as the 'price' you get for winning.