Unrewarded
(adjective)
Not given a prize or recognition.
Origin:
The word "unrewarded" is formed by the prefix "un-" which means not, and the word "rewarded" which means given a prize or recognition. together they form an adjective that means not given a prize or recognition.
Examples:
- The volunteer's hard work went unrewarded, he was not recognized for his efforts.
- The athlete's dedication went unrewarded, he did not win a medal.
- The student's good grades went unrewarded, he was not given a scholarship.
- The employee's loyalty went unrewarded, he was not given a promotion.
- The artist's creativity went unrewarded, he did not win an award.