Synonyms for

Earns

Verb / ɜ:nz / Another word for earns — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To receive money or other forms of compensation for work or services.

Synonyms & similar words

realise takein garner bringin earn pullin realize clear gain make receives gets gains acquires secures obtains collects draws procures wins earmarks deserves merits justifies warrants entitles

Synonyms by register

Formal

acquires obtains secures gains

Informal

makes pulls in nets rakes in

Literary

gleans reaps procures

Antonyms

loses forfeits squanders wastes gives away donates

Common collocations

  • earns a living
  • earns money
  • earns respect
  • earns praise
  • earns income
  • earns a salary
  • earns rewards

Word family

noun earning
verb earn
adjective earnable

Usage note

Primarily used to describe obtaining money or something valuable through effort or merit. Avoid using it for things obtained by chance or luck.

Example sentences

  1. He earns $20 an hour for his job.
  2. She earns good grades by studying hard.
  3. The company earns a profit by selling products.
  4. The athlete earns a medal by winning the race.
  5. The author earns praise for her book.

Quotes

  • The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary. - Vidal Sassoon
  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer
  • Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do. - Pele

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