Award Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Award

Meaning 1 : give, especially as an honor or reward

    Synonyms : present
Meaning 2 : give as judged due or on the basis of merit

    Example : the referee awarded a free kick to the team,the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff

    Synonyms : grant
Meaning 3 : something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery

    Synonyms : prize
Meaning 4 : a grant made by a law court

    Example : he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court

    Synonyms : awarding
Meaning 5 : a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

    Example : an award for bravery

    Synonyms : accolade,  honor,  honour,  laurels