Reward
/rɪˈwɔːrd/
Definitions
- (n.) A sum of money or other benefit offered for the detection or capture of a person or for the performance of a service.
The police offered a reward for information leading to the thief’s arrest.
- (v.) To give something to someone in recognition of their service, effort, or achievement.
The company rewarded its employees with bonuses for their hard work.
Forms
- rewards
- rewarded
- rewarding
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Commentary
In legal use, 'reward' often implies a conditional offer made publicly, distinguished from contractual compensation.
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