acquire
/əˈkwaɪr/
verb
- To get or obtain something, especially through effort or skill.
- The museum acquired a famous painting at the auction.
- She hopes to acquire a new language before her trip to Japan.
- He acquired a taste for classical music after attending a concert.
- To learn or develop a skill, habit, or quality.
- She acquired a reputation for being honest and hardworking.
- Children acquire social skills by playing with others.
- It takes years to acquire the patience needed for teaching.
- To come into possession of something, such as property or a company.
- The corporation plans to acquire a smaller competitor next year.
- They acquired the land to build a new community center.
- He acquired a collection of vintage cars over the decades.