Reward Definition & Meaning
reward
- noun
- a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing; "the wages of sin is death"; "virtue is its own reward"
- payment made in return for a service rendered
- an act performed to strengthen approved behavior
- the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property
- benefit resulting from some event or action; "it turned out to my advantage"; "reaping the rewards of generosity"
- verb
- bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"
- strengthen and support with rewards; "Let's reinforce good behavior"
- act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
"Reward" in song lyrics
See how reward is used in real songs:
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"Lust - never gets ignored, trust - needs no reward"
Atherton — Hate Her Face -
"I guess you got your reward, reward"
Chris Brown f/ Nas — Mirage -
"And if I show no remorse I reap the devil's reward"
Djay — Hustle and Flow (It Ain't Over)
Words that rhyme with reward
Usage tips for "reward"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reward" 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 reward to find words that pair well.