Earned Definition & Meaning
earned
- adjective
- gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action; "a well-earned reputation for honesty"; "earned income"; "an earned run in baseball"
"Earned" in song lyrics
See how earned is used in real songs:
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"Celebrate the natural need to own what ain't earned"
Aesop Rock — Five Fingers -
"It's Kamachi my legendary status is earned"
Army of the Pharaohs — King Among Kings -
"What would you rather have the 10 you found or the 5 you earned"
Big Kap + Funkmaster Flex f/ Ruff Ryders — We in Here
Words that rhyme with earned
Usage tips for "earned"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "earned" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for earned to find words that pair well.