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🏢acquisition

noun
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/
acquirement acquisitive
acquisition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning acquisition synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison acquisition collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

the act of obtaining or gaining something, often knowledge, skills, or property
An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.
The learning or developing of a skill, habit, or quality.

Example Sentences

The company announced the acquisition of a smaller competitor.

The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.

Language acquisition is easier for children.

Example Expressions

language acquisition

Synonyms

purchase, gain, procurement, attainment, Attainment, Procurement, Possession, learning
Entry 1
purchase, gain, procurement, attainment
Entry 2
Attainment, Procurement, Possession
Entry 3
attainment, procurement, learning

Antonyms

loss, disposal, forfeit, Loss, Disposal, Surrender, deprivation
Entry 1
loss, disposal, forfeit
Entry 2
Loss, Disposal, Surrender
Entry 3
loss, deprivation, disposal

Collocations

business acquisition, acquisition cost, acquisition strategy, language acquisition

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