Earn

/ɜːn/

The meaning and definition of Earn, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To gain (success, reward, recognition) through applied effort or work.
    β€œYou can have the s'mores: you earned them, clearing the walkway of snow so well.”
  2. To cause (someone) to receive payment or reward.
    β€œMy CD earns me six percent!”
Synonyms generate make render yield deserve garner

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