Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hard-earned
adjective
/hɑrd ˈɜrnəd/
Definition
Acquired or achieved through a lot of effort, work, or struggle.
Examples
- After years of hard work, she finally got her hard-earned promotion.
- He spent all his hard-earned money on a new car.
- The community celebrated their hard-earned victory in the championship.
Meaning
Refers to something that has been obtained after significant labor or difficulty, often emphasizing the value of the effort put into gaining it.
Synonyms
- well-deserved
- earned
- deserved
