Synonyms for

Earning

Verb / ˈɜ:nɪŋ / Another word for earning — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of obtaining money or other benefits by working or producing goods.

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Common collocations

  • earning potential
  • earning capacity
  • earning money
  • earning a living
  • earning interest
  • earning a salary
  • earning a profit

Word family

noun earning
verb earn
adjective earnable

Usage note

While 'earning' is often used as a gerund (e.g., 'earning money'), it can also function as a plural noun referring to the money obtained. Be mindful of context to distinguish between the act of earning and the result of earning.

Example sentences

  1. My sister is earning money by selling her handmade crafts online.
  2. He is earning a reputation as a great musician.
  3. She is working hard to earn good grades in school.
  4. The company is earning a lot of profit this year.
  5. Our team is earning a lot of praise for their hard work.

Quotes

  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. - Steve Jobs
  • The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill

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