verb
- past tense and past participle of award; gave or granted something (such as a prize, honor, or contract) officially
Examples
- She was awarded first place in the science fair.
- The contract was awarded to the lowest bidder.
- He was awarded a scholarship for his academic excellence.
- The judge awarded damages to the plaintiff.
- The Nobel Prize was awarded to three scientists.
- The company was awarded a government contract.
- She was awarded custody of the children.