Meaning & use
award
To give something officially, such as a prize, sum of money, or qualification, in recognition of achievement.
See it in a sentence
The judges awarded first prize to a young violinist from a small mountain town.
The court awarded damages to the family after the company admitted responsibility.
A note on using this word
Award usually implies an official body making a formal decision, unlike give, which can describe any transfer of something to someone.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
withholddeny
Another way to use it
2. noun
A prize or recognition given for achievement or excellence.
She proudly displayed the award she won for her research on renewable energy.
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