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- pronunciation:
word
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
awards, awarding, awarded |
| definition 1: |
to give as a prize or honor.
The college awards scholarships to students with high grades.- synonyms:
- give
- similar words:
- accord, bestow, confer, grant, present
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| definition 2: |
to give as a result of a legal decision.
The judge awarded a large sum of money to those who were hurt in the train crash.- synonyms:
- grant
- similar words:
- accord, compensate, give
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| related words: |
endow |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a prize given for a special achievement; honor.
The mayor presented her with an award for her volunteer work.
- synonyms:
- honor
- similar words:
- decoration, laurels, medal, prize, tribute, trophy
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| related words: |
gift, justice, laurel |
| derivation: |
awardable (adj.) |
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