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

Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections, flexible rewards and more. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 13 July 2026

Financial professionals need to know every possible tool available to help these customers, while understanding the risks and rewards. — David Chavern, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

The government is still offering rewards of up to $10 million for information on BlackCat administrators and affiliates. — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026

The Iowa Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big with rewards ranging from $1,000 to millions. — Staff Reports, Des Moines Register, 9 July 2026

Verb

Earn rewards faster with employee cards at no additional cost. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 14 July 2026

New York may be chaotic and overstimulating by nature, but the city rewards intention. — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Hiking itself is accessible to most people and doesn’t require much equipment, but the ultimate version of the sport rewards real preparation. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 July 2026

Those include loyalty, membership or rewards programs that customers enroll in or if the savings are offered to broad groups of people, such as teachers, military members or senior citizens. — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026

Reached by several hundred steps, the summit rewards visitors with sweeping views across the town, islands and surrounding sea, one of Norway’s most memorable city panoramas. — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

For those interested in getting—then staying—outside, tack on a trek up Mount Beacon, which rewards hikers with some of the area’s best views. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

Premium credit card rewards programs—the Amex Platinums, the Chase Sapphire Reserves—are designed for high earners with high credit scores. — Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 7 July 2026

The puzzle, however, rewards incorrect answers, such as 2 + 2 = 5. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 30 June 2026