1. not given a reward or recognition for one’s efforts or achievements

Examples

• Her years of volunteer work went unrewarded.
• The scientist’s groundbreaking research remained unrewarded during his lifetime.
• Many teachers feel their dedication goes unrewarded.
• His heroic actions were unrewarded by the authorities.
• The employee’s extra efforts were unrewarded with a promotion.
• She continued her unrewarded service to the community.