Award /əˈwɔːd/

The meaning and definition of Award, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

A judgment, sentence, or final decision. Specifically: The decision of arbitrators in a case submitted.
The paper containing the decision of arbitrators; that which is warded.

verb

To give by sentence or judicial determination; to assign or apportion, after careful regard to the nature of the case; to adjudge
“the arbitrators awarded damages to the complainant”
To determine; to make or grant an award.

Synonyms crown bestow

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