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prize
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- pronunciation:
- praIz
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective, verb)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a reward given to the winner of a contest or game.
Mrs. Higgins won a prize for her roses at the state fair.- synonyms:
- award, booty, honor
- similar words:
- bonus, bounty, cup, decoration, jackpot, purse, reward, trophy, winnings
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definition 2: |
anything worked or aimed for; something that is worth a great effort.
Freedom is a prize many have fought and died for.- synonyms:
- booty, desire, goal, reward
- similar words:
- honor, hope, treasure
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related words: |
award, booty, catch, conquest, masterpiece, medal, title |
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part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
having won a prize.
My uncle used to be a prize boxer.- synonyms:
- honored
- similar words:
- distinguished, winning
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
prizes, prizing, prized |
definition: |
to hold in high honor; value.
The cowboy prized his palomino horse.- synonyms:
- admire, esteem, honor, revere, treasure, value
- similar words:
- adore, appreciate, cherish, like, respect, worship
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related words: |
honor |
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