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

Historically, a traveler stayed at a hotel, joined the program and then learned about rewards. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Pay close attention to apps that mention bandwidth sharing, proxy access or earning rewards from unused internet. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

But stats back up the anecdotal evidence about a heatwave bump in cinemas admission — and with one major movie scooping the rewards. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 29 June 2026

The company said the app also offers birthday rewards, exclusive deals and other offers for members. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Mountains towering over 13,000 feet above sea level, 4,000-year-old pine trees, the smell of sagebrush in the desert, and some of the darkest night skies in the country are the rewards for travelers here. — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026

Our expert take The Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express is a low-fee card with generous cash-back rewards and useful ongoing benefits, such as a monthly Disney Bundle credit. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Verb

Plus, members can unlock perks like gas savings and loyalty rewards along the way. — Kayla Rivera, AJC.com, 30 June 2026

The habit rewards fewer, better purchases over frequent cheap ones. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026

Rethinking your travel dates rewards you with more space, upgrades and attentive service. — Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 26 June 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

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

For example, the Capital One Savor is ideal for those who want simple cash back rewards on tickets and other entertainment experiences but don’t want to pay an annual fee. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 7 July 2026

An executive whose phone delivers interruptions every few minutes, whose calendar fills by default with other people’s priorities and whose culture rewards instant responsiveness is not failing at willpower. — Faustino Júnior, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026