acquire
/əˈkwaɪə/ · a·c·quire
verb
- To get or obtain something. She acquired a new job.
- To gain or obtain something usually by one's own exertions. He acquired a title through his hard work.
- To contract or become infected with a disease. The virus began to acquire a stronger hold on the patient.
verb
- To come into possession of something. The company acquired a new property.
Did you know? The word 'acquire' has been used in various contexts, including business, law, and medicine, highlighting its versatility and importance in everyday language.