Definition of award

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • award is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • award is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • award is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of award


  • give, especially as an honor or reward (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. present
  • give as judged due or on the basis of merit (verb)

    Examples

    1. the referee awarded a free kick to the team
    2. the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff

    Synonyms

    1. grant
  • something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. prize
  • a grant made by a law court (noun)

    Examples

    1. he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court

    Synonyms

    1. awarding
  • a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction (noun)

    Examples

    1. an award for bravery

    Synonyms

    1. accolade
    2. honor
    3. honour
    4. laurels

See definition of award in Merriam Webster