English / word
obtain
verb B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
to get or acquire something, especially by effort, request, or purchase
In context
01
You must obtain permission before taking photos here.
02
The researcher tried to obtain accurate survey data.
Synonyms
get,receive,acquire
Antonyms
lose,give up,surrender
Collocations
obtain information,obtain permission,obtain a visa
Verb forms
Past: obtained · Past participle: obtained · -ing: obtaining