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
- present
- give as judged due or on the basis of merit (verb)
Examples
- the referee awarded a free kick to the team
- the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff
Synonyms
- grant
- something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery (noun)
Synonyms
- prize
- a grant made by a law court (noun)
Examples
- he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court
Synonyms
- awarding
- a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction (noun)
Examples
- an award for bravery
Synonyms
- accolade
- honor
- honour
- laurels
See definition of award in Merriam Webster