Definitions:

1. Means to receive something, typically money or recognition, in exchange for effort, work, or achievement. VERB
   • She hopes to earn enough money to travel next year.
2. Refers to gaining or acquiring something as a result of one's actions, such as respect or praise. VERB
   • The talented musicians earned accolades for their exceptional performance.

Synonyms:

• achieve
• acquire
• gain
• garner
• make
• merit
• obtain
• receive

NearBy Words:

• earned
• earner
• earnest
• earnestly
• earnestness
• earnings