rewarding
adjective
re·ward·ing
ri-ˈwȯr-diŋ 
1
: yielding or likely to yield a reward : valuable, satisfying
a rewarding experience
2
: serving as a reward
a rewarding smile of thanks
rewardingly
adverb
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Examples of rewarding in a Sentence
Her work is financially rewarding.
pursued a rewarding career providing medical care to poor children in rural areas
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And artistically, the results of that relationship have been rewarding.
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Mike Hale, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
It was based on the assumption that if the job is rewarding, people would be loyal and committed.
—Csaba Toth, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Instead, this administration plans to focus on consolidating power, enriching themselves, and rewarding billionaire donors like Musk, who exemplify the MAGA oligarchy.
—Laura Rodriguez, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2025
Piedmont suggests seeking support from loved ones, rewarding progress and practicing self-compassion to avoid burnout or resentment.
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Mike Hale, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
It was based on the assumption that if the job is rewarding, people would be loyal and committed.
—Csaba Toth, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Instead, this administration plans to focus on consolidating power, enriching themselves, and rewarding billionaire donors like Musk, who exemplify the MAGA oligarchy.
—Laura Rodriguez, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2025
Piedmont suggests seeking support from loved ones, rewarding progress and practicing self-compassion to avoid burnout or resentment.
—Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Rewarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rewarding. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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