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rewarding

adj.
US //ɹiˈwɔɹdɪŋ// UK //ɹɪwˈɔːdɪŋ// re·ward·ing
  1. 1 satisfying (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    giving you a good feeling because you have done something valuable or helpful.

    providing personal satisfaction or a sense of worth; often used to describe careers, hobbies, or altruistic actions.

    Example

    Teaching can be a very rewarding job when you see your students succeed.

    Example

    Volunteering at the community clinic proved to be a deeply rewarding experience, offering a sense of purpose that her corporate role lacked.

    Usage

    Commonly used to describe work, experiences, or relationships.

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