GRE Word List
EARN
to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
The meaning of the word earn is to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| winnow | to remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| insolvent | unable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business |
| gastronomy | the art or science of good eating |
| onus | burden |
| fashion | the prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time |
| amoral | having or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong |