reward vs recognise

recognise vs reward

reward is a noun but recognise is not a noun.

reward and recognise both are verbs.

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

As verbs, recognise is a hypernym of reward; that is, recognise is a word with a broader meaning than reward:

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

Other hypernyms of reward include recognize.

reward (noun)	recognise (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

reward (verb)	recognise (verb)
strengthen and support with rewards	perceive to be the same
act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions	be fully aware or cognizant of
bestow honor or rewards upon	accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
	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 reward and recognise

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