Pronunciation

/praɪz/

Definitions

• Noun:

  • A reward given for excellence, achievement, or competition. (e.g., “The winner received a cash prize.”)
  • Something valued, especially a cherished possession. (e.g., “Her grandmother’s jewelry was a prized heirloom.”)

• Verb: To award or bestow a prize. (e.g., “The judges will prize the most innovative design.”)

• Adjective: Valuable or esteemed. (e.g., “The prize-winning painting was displayed prominently.”)

Phrases

• “Claim the prize” means to receive or take the reward.
• “Win a prize” signifies achieving victory and receiving a reward.
• “Set a prize” or “offer a prize” are ways to motivate people to participate in a contest or challenge.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After months of hard work, he finally won the grand prize at the science fair.”
• Verb: “The charity organized a raffle to prize donations for their cause.”
• Adjective: “The prize-winning author’s book sold millions of copies worldwide.”

Synonyms

• Reward
• Award
• Trophy
• Medal
• Honor
• Recognition
• Prize money
• Prize fellowship

Antonyms

• Penalty
• Fine
• Loss
• Disqualification
• Defeat
• Failure