awarding
əˈwɔːdɪŋ
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Definition of awarding - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
rewardact of giving something as a prize or reward
  • The awarding of medals happened at the ceremony's conclusion..
bestowing granting
2.
legalTECH.grant made by a court of lawTECH.
  • The awarding of damages was finalized by the judge.
judgment settlement

Adjective

recognitioninvolving the act of bestowing recognition
  • The awarding committee announced the winners.
honoring rewarding
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process of giving a contract to a party
The contract awarding took place last Monday.

Origin of awarding

Old English, weardian (to guard)

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loyalty programs
program awarding points for customer purchases or activities
evaluation
system evaluating achievement by awarding points
sports
basketball rule awarding two free throws after team fouls
cycling
race awarding points for specific achievements
ceremony
degree-awarding ceremony in India
scouting ceremony
ceremonial area for awarding scouts
membership club
group supporting creative work, awarding pieces to members by draw
awarding
the process of awarding medals

Examples of awarding in a sentence

  • The awarding of scholarships took place in the auditorium.
  • The awarding of the contract was delayed.
  • His career was boosted by the awarding of the scholarship.
  • The awarding ceremony was beautifully organized.
  • An awarding gesture was made to honor her efforts.

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  1. French:remise, attribuant, ...
  2. German:Verleihung, verleihend, ...
  3. Italian:assegnazione, premiante, ...
  4. Spanish:entrega, de premiación, ...
  5. Portuguese:atribuição, de premiação, ...
  6. Chinese:颁奖, 颁奖的, ...
  7. Japanese:授与, 授賞の, ...
  8. Arabic:مَنْح, مانِح, ...
  9. Hebrew:הַעֲנָקָה, מַעֲנִיק, ...
  10. Russian:вручение, наградной, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вручення, нагороджувальний, ...
  12. Hindi:पुरस्कार प्रदान, पुरस्कार देने वाली, ...
award
əˈwɔrd
award: recognition or prize for achievement
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Definition of award - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
achievement honorrecognition or prize for achievement
  • She received an award for her outstanding performance..
honor prize trophy
2.
legalTECH.decision by a judge or arbitrator in a caseTECH.
  • The final award was in favor of the plaintiff..
judgment ruling

Verb

tr.
1.
recognitiongive something based on merit
  • The university awarded scholarships to top students.
bestow confer grant
2.
legalTECH.grant something by judicial decisionTECH.
  • The court awarded damages to the plaintiff.
allocate bestow grant
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  • award: recognition or prize for achievement
    recognition or prize for achievement

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formal event where awards are given
The award ceremony celebrated the best in film.
prize given to authors for outstanding literary work
The novel won the prestigious book award this year.
having won at least one important or regular award
The award-winning film received praise from critics.
receive an award for an achievement
He was thrilled to take home the award for his innovative design.
honor such as a prize or certificate given to acknowledge someone's contribution
She received a recognition award for her years of dedicated volunteer service.
prize given to writers for quality or importance of their work
She received a literary award for her debut novel.

Origin of award

Old English, weard (guardian)

Examples of award in a sentence

  • The award ceremony was held last night.
  • The award was granted after months of deliberation.
  • The judge's award was unexpected.
  • The research team secured an award for their innovative project.
  • An award was granted to explore renewable energy solutions.
  • The award set new standards for employee benefits.

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  1. French:récompense, décerner, ...
  2. German:Auszeichnung, vergeben, ...
  3. Italian:riconoscimento, assegnare, ...
  4. Spanish:galardón, otorgar, ...
  5. Portuguese:distinção, atribuir, ...
  6. Chinese:奖项, 授予, ...
  7. Japanese:賞, 授与する, ...
  8. Arabic:جَائِزَة, مَنَحَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:פְּרָס, לְהַעֲנִיק, ...
  10. Russian:награда, присуждать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:приз, нагороджувати, ...
  12. Hindi:पुरस्कार, प्रदान करना, ...

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