reward

Definition

  • noun: money or another kind of payment that is given or received for something that has been done or that is offered for something that might be done
  • verb: to give a reward to or for
  • verb: to give money or another kind of payment to (someone or something) for something good that has been done
  • often + 'for'
  • synonyms: requite, recompense, repay

Examples

  • Her success is 'just reward for' her hard work. [=she deserves her success because of her hard work]

  • She is 'reaping the rewards' of success. [=is getting all the good things that come with success]

  • The police are offering a 'reward for' information leading to the capture of the fugitive.

Movie quotes

  • (..) themselves in courage, and proved themselves worthy successors to the armies of Charlemagne. You are the savior of Paris. Tell me, what can I give you as a reward? It distresses me to say so, your Highness, but I fear the trust you have placed in the Northman Rollo is misplaced. (..)
    2016 TvShow: Vikings Title: Portage Season: 4 Episode 8