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Vocabulary Entry
earned
|verb • adjective • noun
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V
verb
To receive as a return for effort or service.
Example Sentences
"She earned a promotion for her hard work."
"He earned five dollars for mowing the lawn."
"They earned respect by completing the project on time."
A
adjective
Having been acquired through effort.
Example Sentences
"She felt a sense of earned satisfaction after finishing her thesis."
"His earned reputation as a dependable worker preceded him."
"They presented the earned awards at the ceremony."
N
noun
Money obtained in return for labor or services.
Example Sentences
"His earnings have increased since he started working overtime."
"She saved a portion of her earnings for a vacation."
"Their earnings from the project were distributed equally."