as in credited
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
as in honored
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of rewarded
Andrew Greif, NBC news, 9 June 2026
Those who stay until the end of the credits will be rewarded with a hilarious tribute to Pixar lucky charm John Ratzenberger (who marks his seventh collaboration here as a not-so-trusty transport truck) as well as a touching one to Pixar animator Ranft, who passed away in August.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
Along with receiving money from FIFA, countries have rewarded their teams for placing well in the tournament.
—Carlie Procell, USA Today, 9 June 2026
The conservative Justices rewarded this strategy, rebuking not Alabama but the lower court for not being deferential enough to a state that had repeatedly demonstrated its determination to delay and obstruct.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Venice, as ever, rewarded the pursuit.
—Thomas Rom, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
You’ll be rewarded with the raw, unbridled beauty that will stay with you for a lifetime.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Defined‑benefit pensions gave way to 401(k)s; long‑term care remained largely uncovered; tax and housing policy rewarded holding onto appreciating property rather than making room.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Making the extra effort is well worth it, though, since visitors are often rewarded with thin crowds.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
Verb
San Antonio's star big man has intentionally tried to get the ball close to the basket rather than drift toward the 3-point line, and he's been rewarded with two baskets at the rim.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 9 June 2026
Those who stay until the end of the credits will be rewarded with a hilarious tribute to Pixar lucky charm John Ratzenberger (who marks his seventh collaboration here as a not-so-trusty transport truck) as well as a touching one to Pixar animator Ranft, who passed away in August.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
Along with receiving money from FIFA, countries have rewarded their teams for placing well in the tournament.
—Carlie Procell, USA Today, 9 June 2026
The conservative Justices rewarded this strategy, rebuking not Alabama but the lower court for not being deferential enough to a state that had repeatedly demonstrated its determination to delay and obstruct.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Venice, as ever, rewarded the pursuit.
—Thomas Rom, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
You’ll be rewarded with the raw, unbridled beauty that will stay with you for a lifetime.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Defined‑benefit pensions gave way to 401(k)s; long‑term care remained largely uncovered; tax and housing policy rewarded holding onto appreciating property rather than making room.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Making the extra effort is well worth it, though, since visitors are often rewarded with thin crowds.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarded
Adjective
-
Feehan is also the credited creator of the series, based on characters created by Sheridan and John Linson.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
-
According to Vogue, Princess Kate helped design the blue plaid coat — a possible fashion first for her as a credited collaborator.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
Bulochnikov-Paul, who serves as executive vp of communications at Disney Entertainment Television, was honored with the Medal of Hope at the event, in recognition of her battle with multiple sclerosis.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2026
-
For 35 years, Deerfield Beach and BSO honored their contracts.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
6 June 2026
Adjective
-
Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business.—
Pamela Kan,
Forbes,
1 Aug. 2022
-
This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Dec. 2021
Verb
-
The world wasn’t so different on June 13, 2018, when the US, Mexico and Canada were awarded the right to jointly host the 2026 World Cup.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
-
If play is not resumed before the countdown ends, the opposing team will be awarded a corner kick.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Adjective
-
Zaire Franklin wasn’t playing and didn’t feel appreciated.—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
-
Being fully present is one of the easiest ways to make others feel valued, and your host feel appreciated.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
3 June 2026
Verb
-
In a statement, the Sheriff’s Office commended the two bystanders, saying their actions stopped the attack and likely prevented additional injuries.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2026
-
Israel's public security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, who oversees the police, also commended the work of the security forces that apprehended him.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
Adjective
-
In less than a month, Riverside’s Mission Inn has gained a new owner, lost two prized pieces of art and sparked a heated debate over the line between private property and community history.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
-
Why Glimcher allegedly balked at parting ways with his prized Pollock is anyone’s guess, but last week, Pace Gallery cut fifty people from its 250-person staff and dropped fifty artists from its overall roster of 135.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
8 June 2026
Verb
-
The grappa is poured, and praised.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
-
The activist Charlie Kirk praised him onstage.—
Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Rewarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewarded. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
