Simple meaning
What does Earn mean?
Earn means getting something because you worked for it.
Dictionary definition
To get money, points, or rewards by doing work or meeting a goal.
Example sentences
Earn in a sentence
easy
Kai earned a sticker for finishing his reading log.
medium
She can earn money by helping at the community stand.
hard
Teams earn trust when they keep promises and do quality work.
Synonyms
Words like Earn
gainGain means to get something useful.
receiveReceive means to get something, not always through work.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Earn word family
Base word
earn
verb
earns
Earns now or often.
verb
earned
Earned in the past.
verb
earning
Getting through work right now.
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Practice 1
What does earn mean?
You earn by working, helping, or reaching goals.
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