Synonyms: reward, reinforcement
Definition: an act performed to strengthen approved behavior
Similar words: approval, approving, blessing
Definition: the formal act of approving
Usage: he gave the project his blessing; his decision merited the approval of any sensible person
Definition: benefit resulting from some event or action
Usage: it turned out to my advantage; reaping the rewards of generosity
Similar words: benefit, welfare
Definition: something that aids or promotes well-being
Usage: for the benefit of all
Synonyms: reward
Definition: the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property
Similar words: offer, offering
Definition: something offered (as a proposal or bid)
Usage: noteworthy new offerings for investors included several index funds
Synonyms: payoff, reward, wages
Definition: a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
Usage: the wages of sin is death; virtue is its own reward
Similar words: consequence, aftermath
Definition: the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
Synonyms: reward
Definition: payment made in return for a service rendered
Similar words: payment
Definition: a sum of money paid or a claim discharged
Definition: strengthen and support with rewards
Usage: Let's reinforce good behavior
Similar words: teach, learn, instruct
Definition: impart skills or knowledge to
Usage: I taught them French; He instructed me in building a boat
Synonyms: pay back, repay, reward
Definition: act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel
Synonyms: reward, honor, honour
Definition: bestow honor or rewards upon
Usage: Today we honor our soldiers; The scout was rewarded for courageous action
Similar words: recognise, recognize
Definition: show approval or appreciation of
Usage: My work is not recognized by anybody!; The best student was recognized by the Dean