Guerdon

/ˈɡɜːrdən/ noun

Definition

A reward or recompense for service or achievement.

Etymology

From Old French 'guerdon' (reward), from Medieval Latin 'widerdonum,' from Old High German 'widarlon' (repayment). A heroic-sounding word for a hero's reward.

Kelly Says

A HERO'S REWARD! Not just any payment — a guerdon is what you get after a QUEST! Knights received guerdons from kings! Finishing 500 words? Your guerdon is a richer vocabulary! 🏅⚔️

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