Word ACQUIRE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

acquire

🇺🇸 [əˈkwaɪər]

Meanings

To come into possession of something through one’s efforts, purchase, or natural development. Acquisition can relate to physical objects, skills, knowledge, or traits and often involves a process of learning or gaining gradually over time.

Examples

• She acquired a new language in college.
• The company plans to acquire new equipment.
• He acquired valuable experience during his internship.

Synonyms

obtain • gain • attain

Antonyms

lose • surrender • forfeit