Synonyms of rewards

rewards 1 of 2

noun

plural of reward

as in bounties

something offered or given in return for a service performed

there was a reward of $50 for the return of the missing cat

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bounties
• bonuses
• prices
• premiums
• prizes
• trophies
• awards
• wages
• tips
• plumes
• decorations
• bonanzas
• treasure troves
• distinctions
• deserts
• jackpots
• honors
• gratuities
• lagniappes

rewards

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of reward

as in honors

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

• honors
• awards
• commends
• praises
• hails
• remembers
• compensates
• cites
• pays
• compliments
• decorates
• repays
• reimburses
• applauds
• salutes
• recompenses
• acclaims
• requites

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rewards

Noun

As Peacock continues to test and evolve the program, NBCU said, additional rewards are expected to be added over time, including Universal Parks perks and experiences, NBCU content previews and early access to NBCU live events. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026

When rewards drive acquisition, engagement and spend, loyalty becomes part of the growth story. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Some rewards expire, have redemption limits, or require you to activate an offer in advance. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026

On climate, liberals would offer tax rewards for green energy, support joining climate pacts, and phasing out fossil fuels gradually over decades. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026

Since most of the rewards are tied to your Chime membership (the highest requiring $3,000+ in qualifying direct deposits every 34 days), this card is best suited for those who use Chime frequently. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026

While running on miniature wheels, the mice navigated virtual environments in search of rewards. — Ajdina Halilovic, Scientific American, 13 Aug. 2026

Bonus Points are awarded to the three best-performing players in each match, while Defensive Contributions (also known as DEFCON) points are rewards for actions such as tackles, clearances, interceptions and recoveries. — Abdul Rehman, New York Times, 10 Aug. 2026

The caudate nucleus processes rewards and motivation and manages learning and memory. — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 10 Aug. 2026

Verb

These groups contend the legislation rewards institutions neglecting Black voting representation and suggest boycotts to pressure Southern universities on redistricting. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Taken as a whole, the methodology rewards what can be observed from the outside. — Ilya Strebulaev, Time, 18 Aug. 2026

The crew’s performance on the ride can translate into in-game rewards if riders’ accounts are linked. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

What the new law offers Colorado Much of the federal act rewards changes that Colorado has already spent several years making. — Solomon Greene, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2026

Entertainment is the only business that still rewards the industry tourist. — Jeff Rabhan, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2026

Roberts’s writing about race suggests that America has fully transformed itself into a meritocracy that rewards all the strivers among us. — Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026

The exhibit rewards unhurried exploration in a landscape that’s every bit as captivating as the sculptures themselves. — Lisa Greissinger, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2026

This meteor shower — one of the best of the year, taking place under perfect moonless conditions — rewards patience more than precision. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 7 Aug. 2026