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
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propriety | the quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness |
remnant | a usually small part, member, or trace remaining |
hone | to sharpen or smooth with a whetstone |
denizen | inhabitant |
malfeasance | wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official |
accretion | the process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as |
inordinate | exceeding reasonable limits : immoderate |
impunity | exemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss |
spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
sledge | sledgehammer |