honestly-earned
|hon-est-ly-earned|
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/ˈɑːnɪstli ɜːrnd/
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/ˈɒnɪstli ɜːnd/
gained through integrity
Etymology
'honestly-earned' originates from the combination of 'honest' and 'earn,' where 'honest' meant 'free of deceit' and 'earn' meant 'to gain or obtain.'
'honest' changed from the Old French word 'honeste' and 'earn' from the Old English 'earnian,' eventually forming the modern English term 'honestly-earned.'
Initially, 'honest' meant 'honorable' and 'earn' meant 'to labor for,' but over time, they combined to emphasize the integrity of the means of obtaining something.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
obtained or achieved through honest means or hard work.
He was proud of his honestly-earned reputation.
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Last updated: 2025/04/25 19:46