reward

(rĭ-wôrdˈ)

1. Something given or received in recompense for worthy behavior or in retribution for evil acts.
2. Money offered or given for some special service, such as the return of a lost article or the capture of a criminal.
3. A satisfying return or result; profit.
4. Psychology The return for performance of a desired behavior; positive reinforcement.

1. To give a reward to or for.
2. To satisfy or gratify; recompense.

Related Forms:

• re·wardˈa·ble adjective

• re·wardˈer noun