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

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

Do not restrict yourself from enjoying the rewards of your labors. — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

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

Both cards earn elevated rewards on restaurants worldwide, with the Brilliant also offering 3X on flights booked directly with airlines. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026

Dunkin’ also rolled out Dunkin’ Iced Beverage Bucket Holders, which are able to hold the drink bucket and fit into a standard car cup holder, exclusively for rewards members with Boosted Status. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026

On Saturday and Sunday, customers who activate the deal in the Giant Eagle app or on the website and spend at least $100 in a single qualifying trip at Giant Eagle or Market District will earn rewards at five times the normal myPerks rate. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026

When the program was relaunched in 2021, GHA introduced DISCOVERY Dollars, a rewards currency that members can earn and apply toward hotel stays and other purchases. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026

The promotion followed a $1 deal on Enchiritos and $1 regular nacho fries (for rewards members using the app), both lettuce-free menu items. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

Verb

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

That instability rewards employees who can re-learn quickly over employees who mastered one static system. — Terdawn Deboe, Forbes.com, 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

Palisade Head in the park rewards even minimal effort with spectacular views from a cliff nearly 300 feet above Lake Superior. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026

The program rewards families for activating the account, opening a savings account alongside it, and make deposits. — John Ketcham, New York Daily News, 3 Aug. 2026

Cash rewards from spending With rewards credit cards, a good baseline return on your spending is 2% cash back or 2X miles/points with no annual fee. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026

Drone operators submit videos of their battlefield exploits to the government as entries in a competition that rewards points to high scorers. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026