EARNED
/ɝnd/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of EARNED
To gain (success, reward, recognition) through applied effort or work.
"You can have the s'mores: you earned them, clearing the walkway of snow so well."
To receive payment for work.
"He earns seven million dollars a year as CEO. My bank account is only earning one percent interest."
To receive payment for work.
"Now that you are earning, you can start paying me rent."
To curdle, as milk.
To long; to yearn.
To grieve.
Examples of EARNED in a Sentence
- "You can have the s'mores: you earned them, clearing the walkway of snow so well."
- "He earns seven million dollars a year as CEO. My bank account is only earning one percent interest."
- "Now that you are earning, you can start paying me rent."
Word Details
Is EARNED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EARNED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EARNED uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EARNED
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | a | r | n | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
Anagrams of EARNED
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EARNED
73 words from the letters in EARNED
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How to Use EARNED in Word Games
EARNED is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, EARNED is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EARNED to find 73 additional valid words.