acq
uire
Third Person
acquires
Present Participle
acquiring
Past Tense
acquired
Past Participle
acquired
1
to buy or begin to have something
transitive
- Sophie was thrilled to acquire a rare and valuable stamp for her collection.
- The company is currently acquiring advanced technology to stay competitive.
- The team has recently acquired new equipment to improve operational efficiency.
- He acquired a new car after saving up for months.
- She acquired a rare painting for her collection at the auction.
Synonyms:
2
to gain skills or knowledge in something
transitive
- The new employee worked diligently to acquire the necessary technical skills for the job.
- Students in the science class aim to acquire a deeper understanding of complex concepts.
- Through hands-on experience, he acquired expertise in repairing electronic devices.
- Over time, she acquired proficiency in speaking multiple languages.
- Children naturally acquire social skills through interaction with peers and adults.
3
to develop or adopt a specific characteristic or significance
transitive
- Over time, the old building has acquired a charming, weathered appearance.
- His accent subtly acquired a hint of the local dialect.
- The novel’s protagonist gradually acquires a sense of purpose.
- The caterpillar acquires vibrant colors during metamorphosis.
- The project acquired a more collaborative tone after feedback.
4
to obtain or achieve something through effort or action
transitive
- He acquired his wealth through years of dedication and smart investments.
- Through perseverance, she acquired the respect of her colleagues.
- The athlete acquired his strength through intense training and discipline.
- She acquired the trust of the team by consistently delivering results.
- She acquired her confidence through challenging experiences and growth.
Antonyms:
5
to start following or detecting a moving target using a specific tool or system
transitive
- The radar system acquired the moving plane as soon as it entered range.
- The soldier acquired the target through the scope and took the shot.
- The aircraft's radar quickly acquired the enemy missile in flight.
- He used the infrared sight to acquire the moving vehicle in the distance.
- The system acquired the target and locked onto it automatically.