rewarding

1 of 2

adjective

re·​ward·​ing ri-ˈwȯr-diŋ 

1

: yielding or likely to yield a reward : valuable, satisfying

a rewarding experience

2

: serving as a reward

a rewarding smile of thanks

rewardingly adverb

rewarding

2 of 2

present participle of reward entry 1

Synonyms of rewarding

Adjective

• comforting
• encouraging
• fulfilling
• satisfying
• gratifying

Examples of rewarding in a Sentence

Adjective

Her work is financially rewarding.

pursued a rewarding career providing medical care to poor children in rural areas

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Making the final decision is often the hardest step, but holding on to underperforming roses means giving up space that could support healthier, more rewarding plants. — Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

One of the most rewarding parts has been seeing people connect with the collection for different reasons. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026

But the most rewarding meals tend to come together when those of us not fluent in the cuisine ask for help (sometimes lots of it) to navigate ideal dish pairings and employ vital condiments. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026

The reward for those who have worked hard to nurture their brain in seeking a rewarding and fulfilling career and life. — Ellis Verdi, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1697, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing rewarding

• self-rewarding

Rhymes for rewarding

• according
• affording
• awarding
• keyboarding
• recording
• skateboarding
• snowboarding
• boarding
• cording
• fording
• hoarding
• warding

Kids Definition

rewarding

adjective

re·​ward·​ing

: giving satisfaction

a rewarding experience