1. Verb
To give in return, whether good or evil; -- commonly in a good sense; to requite; to recompense; to repay; to compensate.
2. Noun
Regard; respect; consideration.
3. Noun
That which is given in return for good or evil done or received; esp., that which is offered or given in return for some service or attainment, as for excellence in studies, for the return of something lost, etc.; recompense; requital.
4. Noun
Hence, the fruit of one's labor or works.
5. Noun
Compensation or remuneration for services; a sum of money paid or taken for doing, or forbearing to do, some act.
6. Noun
benefit resulting from some event or action; "it turned out to my advantage"; "reaping the rewards of generosity"
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