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earn

verb
ɜrn

Meaning

To obtain money, typically as payment for work or through investment; to acquire or deserve through one's efforts.
to receive money in return for work; to deserve through effort

Example Sentences

Assets help you earn income even while sleeping.

She earns a good salary at her new job.

Synonyms

gain, make, receive, obtain, acquire, secure, deserve
Entry 1
gain, make, receive, obtain, acquire, secure
Entry 3
make, gain, receive, deserve

Antonyms

spend, lose, waste, forfeit, squander, give
Entry 1
spend, lose, waste, forfeit, squander, give
Entry 3
spend, lose, waste, forfeit

Collocations

earn money, earn respect, earn living, earn praise, earn degree

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