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adjective

ri-ˈwȯr-diŋ How to pronounce rewarding (audio)
Definition of rewardingnext
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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rewarding

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verb

present participle of reward
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
Adjective
As my thought about Life changed, my life continued to unfold in unexpected ways – through new friendships, a rewarding new job opportunity, creative writing projects, and fresh avenues for expressing and sharing the good God was revealing. — Liesl Ehmke, Christian Science Monitor, 15 July 2026 Our expert take The Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card is one of the most rewarding options for earning cash back in categories such as entertainment and dining without paying an annual fee. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 14 July 2026
Verb
Smashburger is celebrating the special day with their customers by rewarding any purchase of $1 or more with a free order of fries. — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 The market remains divided on Meta 's AI roadmap — rewarding new monetization opportunities (such as a public cloud and AI models) while remaining guarded on the massive spending required to get there. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for rewarding
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarding
  1. comforting
  2. honoring
  3. encouraging
  4. awarding
  5. fulfilling
  6. commending
  7. satisfying
  8. praising
Adjective
  • For the industry, that’s probably not the most comforting insight.
    — Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 22 July 2026
  • The comforting whistle of air sweeping in and out of my velvet horse nostrils lulls me right to sleep.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 July 2026
Definition of comforting
Verb
  • This powerful performance, honoring Ozzy Osbourne, was recorded at the David Z Foundation's annual JAMM Night fundraiser earlier this year.
    — Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Now, for the first time in its nearly 75-year history, the Hall of Fame will feature a dedicated experience honoring an active NBA player.
    — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of honoring
Adjective
  • Perhaps the most encouraging figure came outside the trophy end of the market.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 15 July 2026
  • This is an encouraging result after weaker-than-expected FICC revenue last quarter was a big blemish on the January-to-March results.
    — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 14 July 2026
Definition of encouraging
Verb
  • He was taken to Guanjay, where he was held for nearly a year without receiving a hearing, despite a national law forbidding authorities to detain a person for more than six months without awarding them a trial.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 15 July 2026
  • The first case went to trial in 2023 and ended with jurors awarding Carroll $5 million in damages.
    — Mark Berman, Washington Post, 14 July 2026
Definition of awarding
Adjective
  • This trend exacerbates existing loneliness and isolation, transforming work from a community hub into a less fulfilling, individualistic experience.
    — Tracy Brower, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Her aim is to reroute individuals from relying on the approval of the people and systems outside to instead deepening our relationships with ourselves and our community in ways that are more fulfilling.
    — Lorinda Toledo, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Definition of fulfilling
Verb
  • Erdogan shook referee Bobby Madley’s hand and would not let go, commending him on his performance through an interpreter.
    — Graham Scott, New York Times, 9 July 2026
  • Fans are commending Hathaway for owning the mistake, with many praising her for making the look her own.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Definition of commending
Adjective
  • Today, they're marketed to everyone from busy parents, active adults and frequent travelers to office workers looking for a satisfying afternoon snack.
    — Jess Cording, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • This is a great pick for anyone who likes their pasta al dente—the combination of semolina and lupini means each noodle retains a satisfying amount of bite after boiling.
    — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 July 2026
Definition of satisfying
Verb
  • And maybe praising the Lord, which also happened at the K Wednesday night.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
  • Reviews were solid, with critics praising the plot twists and action sequences.
    — Brent Lang, Variety, 16 July 2026
Definition of praising

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