Rewarded
/rɪˈwɔːrdɪd/
Definitions
- (v.) Past tense and past participle of reward, meaning to give compensation or recognition for service, effort, or achievement, often in legal contexts such as damages or contracts.
The plaintiff was rewarded damages for breach of contract.
Forms
- reward
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Commentary
As a past tense verb form, 'rewarded' references the act of granting compensation or recognition, commonly used in legal awards or settlements.
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