Award Definition & Meaning
award
- noun
- a grant made by a law court; "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court"
- a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"
- something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery; "the prize was a free trip to Europe"
- verb
- give, especially as an honor or reward; "bestow honors and prizes at graduation"
- give as judged due or on the basis of merit; "the referee awarded a free kick to the team"; "the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff";"Funds are granted to qualified researchers"
"Award" in song lyrics
See how award is used in real songs:
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"With a siphon to lure out a prize and award"
Aesop Rock — None Shall Pass -
"I thought I knew it all, but then I got the stupid award"
Apocalipps — Life Goes On -
"They gotta have a trophy, they gotta have an award."
Apollo Brown & O.C. — Trophies
Words that rhyme with award
Usage tips for "award"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "award" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for award to find words that pair well.
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