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
Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026
Our expert take The Capital One Platinum Credit Card is a credit-builder card that offers a path to upgrading to a more rewarding credit card in as little as six months.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2026
Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Garry reportedly wrote in his 2012 memoir My Happy Days in Hollywood about including his family in his projects, though not necessarily rewarding them with the juiciest roles, per SFGate.
—Maria Yagoda, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Senato started rewarding players for key plays, like two-out RBIs, with stickers on their helmets, which serves as motivation.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026
Our expert take The Capital One Platinum Credit Card is a credit-builder card that offers a path to upgrading to a more rewarding credit card in as little as six months.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
Capcom crafted a lunar world that’s rewarding to explore.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Garry reportedly wrote in his 2012 memoir My Happy Days in Hollywood about including his family in his projects, though not necessarily rewarding them with the juiciest roles, per SFGate.
—Maria Yagoda, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarding
Adjective
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For Chamberlain, paintings—and paint itself—are nostalgic and comforting.—
Anna Grace Lee,
Vogue,
4 May 2026
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The food was exactly the same—the menu is a fresh and creative take on regional flavors, yet still approachable and comforting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
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For her, restoring land is not only about outcomes but also about honoring the people, legacies, and communities that depend on it.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Held at the historic Lido Theater in Newport Beach, the event will showcase a dynamic lineup of events, honoring both established and emerging talent in television.—
William Earl,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Rockies, back home after an encouraging 4-2 road trip, were in control of the game early behind another strong start from veteran left-hander Jose Quintana and another big night from Mickey Moniak, who extended his hitting streak to 15 games.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
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Kenyon told me that although the mice research is encouraging, a drug pathway that successfully extends a dog’s life will generate more enthusiasm among scientists who hope to try similar treatments on humans.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
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The government recently opted to celebrate those turning 65 by awarding them sardines, a bar of soap and a package of toilet paper.—
Danica Coto,
Fortune,
3 May 2026
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Or maybe voters will keep the streak of awarding old Freaks and Geeks cast members rolling and give the Emmy to Shrinking’s Jason Segel.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
2 May 2026
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That is the most fulfilling aspect of family practice.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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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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Attention around Simpson has since taken off, with people commending him for his kindness and generosity.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 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
Adjective
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As the weather heats up, this blush is one of the most satisfying products that simultaneously cools me down and adds a stunning pop of color to my cheeks that actually lasts.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
29 Apr. 2026
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With a few mindful adjustments, cooking becomes smoother, more intuitive, and far more satisfying.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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The president has surely been pleased that a friendly new Post opinion page has written columns so regularly praising his foreign policy acumen, and supporters of Ukraine may also be grateful.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
4 May 2026
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Franklin’s post, which included a time lapse of her artistic process, accrued hundreds of comments praising her work as well as the film’s decision to hire a human artist for the project.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
3 May 2026
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“Rewarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewarding. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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