as in comforting
making one feel good inside
pursued a rewarding career providing medical care to poor children in rural areas
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as in honoring
to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement
the firefighters were rewarded by the city for their heroic actions
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Recent Examples of rewarding
Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
But the most rewarding part of the project, high school senior Angela Nguyen said, was getting to know Little Arabia.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
Working with a financial adviser experienced in retirement planning can help bring those pieces together and ensure your retirement years are rewarding.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
In general, having a tortoise was both an unusual and rewarding childhood experience for Scorcio.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
But the most rewarding part of the project, high school senior Angela Nguyen said, was getting to know Little Arabia.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Verb
The store is rewarding its first shoppers in several ways.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
Working with a financial adviser experienced in retirement planning can help bring those pieces together and ensure your retirement years are rewarding.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarding
Adjective
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The favorite of the bunch was the Cinnamon Caramel offering, which tasted comforting and cozy like fall.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2026
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Where their debut roars, jabbing with hooks, Two Wheels Move the Soul instead inverts the noise until the sound becomes pillowy and comforting.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Through a blend of archival recordings and contemporary interviews, the series illustrates how the church became a sanctuary for its community, honoring both their faith and queerness while fostering joy and connection during a time of profound grief.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2026
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This spring, the Postal Service is honoring history by issuing stamps that celebrate those who helped forge this nation.—
Readers Speak,
Hartford Courant,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Road Ahead for the Grizzly Bear Cubs While the news is encouraging, wildlife officials emphasized that the challenges are far from over.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
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SpaceX valuation 'encouraging' watch now Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The defense secretary has previously criticized DEI initiatives adopted by the Biden administration and publicly accused the military of awarding promotions out of diversity.—
Rufina Chow,
NBC news,
3 Apr. 2026
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In no event will Sponsor be responsible for awarding more than the number of prizes specified in these rules.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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However, happily, most meaningful efforts, engagements, and pursuits involve profoundly more fulfilling and less harrowing change than moving.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
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She got married and began meeting with a life coach to help determine the most fulfilling career path.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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After the hearing, Gorman’s family released a statement commending the judge for detaining Medina.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Bhattacharya has visited the Atlanta campus, sent emails commending the CDC staff and thanking them for their work, and extended telework accommodations in his first weeks on the job.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Now, fibermaxxing is coming for its glory, with the humble nutrient promising not only smoother, more satisfying poops but also benefits for metabolic health, heart health, and then some.—
Michele Ross,
SELF,
8 Apr. 2026
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Let’s use the opportunity to tell this part of the story of the rise of the King of Pop in a way that is the most artistically satisfying.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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In some cases, parents may even unintentionally reinforce the behavior by praising physical changes without understanding how they were achieved.—
Grace Baek,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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The rapper previously shared rhetoric widely deemed as antisemitic on social media, used a 2025 Super Bowl ad to redirect viewers to a website selling a $20 swastika T-shirt, and dropped a song praising Adolf Hitler.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Rewarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewarding. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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