recognise vs reward

reward vs recognise

recognise is not a noun while reward is a noun.

recognise and reward both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
recognise	No	No	Yes	No
reward	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, reward is a hyponym of recognise; that is, reward is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than recognise:

recognise: show approval or appreciation of
reward: bestow honor or rewards upon

Other hyponyms of recognise include honor, honour, rubricate.

recognise (noun)	reward (noun)
	an act performed to strengthen approved behavior
	benefit resulting from some event or action
	the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property
	a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
	payment made in return for a service rendered

recognise (verb)	reward (verb)
perceive to be the same	strengthen and support with rewards
be fully aware or cognizant of	act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority	bestow honor or rewards upon
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
express greetings upon meeting someone
detect with the senses
grant credentials to
show approval or appreciation of

Difference between recognise and reward

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