Award (Noun)
Meaning 1
A grant made by a law court; "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
A tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The Nobel Prize is a prestigious award that recognizes outstanding contributions in various fields.
- She received an award for her outstanding service to the community.
- The award for best actor went to a relatively unknown actor who stunned the audience with his performance.
- The company presented him with a special award for his innovative ideas.
- The award for the most improved student was given to a young girl who had shown remarkable progress throughout the year.
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Hyponyms
- Honorable Mention
- Degree
- Commendation
- Palm
- Oscar
- Varsity Letter
- Ribbon
- Medal
- Prize
- Seal
- Seal Of Approval
- Medallion
- Crown
- Laurel Wreath
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Meaning 3
Something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery; "the prize was a free trip to Europe".
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.