AWARD

• (noun) a grant made by a law court

  "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court"

  synonyms : awarding

• (noun) a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

  "an award for bravery"

  synonyms : accolade , honor , honour , laurels

  Nobel Prize is considered as the highest accolade any scientist can receive. -added by Administrator

  Oscar is the highest accolade any fim-maker can get or achieve in his lifetime. -added by priyavanjeri

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

  "the prize was a free trip to Europe"

  synonyms : prize

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

  "bestow honors and prizes at graduation"

  synonyms : present

• (verb) 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", "Funds are granted to qualified researchers"

  synonyms : grant

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