acquire — to obtain or get something, especially through effort or purchase
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to obtain or get something, especially through effort or purchase
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈkwaɪər/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother acquired the superpower of finding anything I lost within 30 seconds.
- He acquired a PhD in procrastination by postponing his actual PhD for 10 years.
- Many Korean students acquire English through K-pop lyrics and dramas.
acquire
VERB[/əˈkwaɪər/]
to obtain or get something, especially through effort or purchase
She acquired valuable skills through years of hands-on experience.
She acquired the certificate after meeting every requirement. (ACQUIRE = REQUIRE first → then receive it.)
To acquire great knowledge requires persistence, and success inspires others to learn.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'acquirere', formed by combining 'ad-' (to) with 'quaerere' (to seek or obtain). The word entered English via Old French 'acquerre' in the 13th century.
Breakdown
ad- (to) + quaerere (seek/obtain) = acquire (to get or obtain through effort)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“Students acquire knowledge through various learning methods.”
“He acquired programming skills through online courses.”
“They acquired property in downtown Seoul.”
“She gradually acquired a taste for classical music.”
“The restaurant acquired a reputation for excellent service.”
📝Examples
“My grandmother acquired the superpower of finding anything I lost within 30 seconds.”
“He acquired a PhD in procrastination by postponing his actual PhD for 10 years.”
“Many Korean students acquire English through K-pop lyrics and dramas.”
“Samsung acquired several AI companies to strengthen its technology portfolio.”
“She acquired confidence through public speaking practice.”
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