Earn

Pronunciation: /ˈɜːrn/

Earn (verb)

  1. to receive money for work or services you do
  2. to get something because you worked hard or deserve it
  3. to gain respect or trust from others through actions

Examples

  • She earns a good salary from her job.
  • He earns extra money by working overtime.

Common collocations: earn a salary, earn money, earn a living, earn a promotion, earn a reputation

Synonyms of Earn

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Earn

  • when discussing the opposite of gaining something