income
UK: ˈɪnkʌm | US: ˈɪnkʌm
n. money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments
n. the financial gain earned by an individual or entity over a period
The word "income" originates from Middle English incomen, derived from Old English incuman ("to come in"). It combines the prefix in- (indicating direction inward) and the root come (from Old English cuman, meaning "to arrive"). The term originally referred to anything "coming in" (e.g., goods, money) and later specialized to denote monetary earnings. This reflects the logical progression from literal arrival to abstract financial gain.
Her monthly income barely covers living expenses.
The company reported a 20% increase in annual income.
Tax deductions reduce your taxable income.
Passive income streams provide financial stability.
He donated a portion of his income to charity.