unrewarded

/ ˌʌnrɪˈwɔːdɪd /

adjective

1. not having received any reward or advantages

Example Sentences

Years of sacrifice, dedication and training had gone unrewarded.

From Los Angeles Times

Given the activism on display in the film, what inspires you to stand up and speak out and take risks — even if your efforts might go unrewarded?

From Salon

How did “The Tree of Life” go unrewarded???

From Los Angeles Times

Even more powerful than the numbers in “Black Out,” a continuing Post series, are the voices of the Black coaches who saw their hard work unrewarded.

From Washington Post

For the other player, it’s verification that he’s finally found a home in his third organization and that his work and improvement hasn’t gone unnoticed or unrewarded.

From Seattle Times