Meanings
plural just rewards
- A benefit received (tangible or figurative) as a result of morally, or acceptably correct actions.
On that day all questions will be answered, all mysteries solved. And Alfred will be there, right along you and me, to receive his just rewards, whether for eternal life or eternal death.
2012, Kay D. Rizzo, Over The Top, page 352 - A punishment received (tangible or figurative) as a result of morally incorrect, or unacceptable actions.
Synonyms: just deserts, wages
Synonyms & antonyms
nounA punishment received (tangible or figurative) as a result of morally incorrect, or unacceptable actions.
Origin
From just (adjective) + reward (noun).
Full word history & related roots →Cite this entry
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