English / word
acquire
verb B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
to get or gain something, especially through effort, learning, or purchase; to develop a skill
In context
01
Children acquire language by hearing it every day.
02
You need practice to acquire strong writing skills.
Synonyms
gain,obtain,attain
Antonyms
lose,give up,abandon
Collocations
acquire skills,acquire knowledge,acquire property
Verb forms
Past: acquired · Past participle: acquired · -ing: acquiring