NYT Dictionary

AWARDING

/ʌwˈɔɹdɪŋ/
VerbNounaward-INGaward-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 4

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2025

Meaning

present participle and gerund of award

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

awardpresentgrantaccommodationaccordancebestowalcommunicationconcessioncontributiondeliverance

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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