earn

/ɜːn/verb

To receive money, praise, or another reward because of the work or effort you have put in.

Example sentence

“After months of extra practice, she earned a spot on the starting team.”

Wider than wages: you earn respect, a reputation, a rest. 'He earned it' can be praise or grim satisfaction.

Related words

borrowTo take something from another person for a while, planning to give it back.spendTo use money to pay for things.lendTo let someone use something of yours for a while, expecting to get it or its equivalent back.affordTo provide or supply something as a natural result or benefit.wealthyHaving a lot of money or valuable property; rich.couponA ticket or slip issued by a maker or seller that gives you money off a certain product.