prize

Meanings

• noun

  An award given to a person or team for winning a competition or for achieving something.

  - "He won the prize for the best student in mathematics."
  - "The team received the prize for their outstanding performance."

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Pronunciation

1. /pɹaɪz/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

prise

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with prize
surprise , suprise , arise , advise

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Variants

List of all variants of prize that leads to same result
prize , prizes , prized , prizing , prise , prised , prises , prising , prize money , prize moneys , prize-giving , booby prize , booby prizes , consolation , consolation prize , consolation prizes

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally meant 'value' or 'price' in Old French, later developed the meaning of 'reward' or 'award'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The Nobel Prizes are the most famous international awards, given annually in several categories for outstanding contributions in various fields.

2. The Pulitzer Prize is a US award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition.

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Related Concepts

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1. Award: An honor or distinction given for a particular achievement or merit.

2. Competition: A contest or race between entrants, with the winner receiving a prize.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In various cultures, prizes are given to recognize and reward achievements in various fields such as sports, arts, academics, and business. Prizes can take many forms, including monetary awards, trophies, certificates, and titles.

How to Memorize "prize"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person holding a trophy or receiving a certificate.
   - Imagine the feeling of winning a competition and receiving a prize.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'prize' with the feeling of achievement and recognition.
   - Think of a time when you received a prize or award.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Prizes are rewards for winning contests' to remember the meaning of the word.

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