1. to get or obtain something
2. to learn or develop a skill, habit, or quality
3. to buy or take control of a company or business
Usage: business

Examples

• She hopes to acquire fluency in Spanish by next year.
• The museum acquired several rare paintings at the auction.
• Children acquire language skills naturally through exposure.
• The company plans to acquire its main competitor.
• He acquired a taste for classical music over time.
• The library acquired new books for its collection.
• Students acquire knowledge through study and practice.