award

Meanings

• a grant made by a law court
  • "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court"
• a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
  • "an award for bravery"
• something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
• give, especially as an honor or reward
• give as judged due or on the basis of merit
  • "the referee awarded a free kick to the team"
  • "the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff"

Synonyms

accolade, awarding, grant, honor, honour, laurels, present, prize