adj
earned
urnd
adj
1
Gained through one's own effort or merit, rather than given freely.
"It was hard-earned success after years of setbacks."
How to Use Earned
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDeserved through effort, rather than handed over for free.
Common pairings
hard-earned
earned income
well-earned rest
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It was hard-_____ success after years of setbacks.