acquirement

Meanings

• noun

  The act of gaining or coming into possession of something, especially something desirable.

  - "His acquisition of a new car was a source of pride."
  - "The company's recent acquisition of a rival firm has raised concerns."
  - "Her acquisition of a degree took her several years."

• noun

  The process of getting knowledge or skills.

  - "The acquisition of a new language can be a challenging process."
  - "The acquisition of new skills is essential for career advancement."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈkwaɪə(ɹ)mənt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

acquisition

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Rhymes

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acquire , desire , empire , quire , squire

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Variants

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acquirement , acquirements

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Etymology

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From the Old French 'acquerreir', meaning 'to obtain, procure'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'acquisition' comes from the Latin word 'acquiro', which means 'to buy'.

2. The largest acquisition in history was when Vodafone Group bought Hutchison Whampoa's 67% stake in Hutchison Essar for $111 billion in 2007.

3. The term 'acquired taste' refers to a taste or preference for something that is not initially pleasant but becomes enjoyable with repeated exposure.

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Related Concepts

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1. Gain: Related concept that refers to the increase or addition of something, often in the context of financial or material gain.

2. Obtain: Related concept that refers to the act of getting or coming into possession of something.

3. Possession: Related concept that refers to the act of owning or having control over something.

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Culture

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Acquirement has been used extensively in literature and art to depict the pursuit of knowledge and material possessions. In art, acquirement is often depicted as a symbol of wealth and success. In literature, it is a recurring theme in novels and stories that explore the human desire for possessions and the lengths people will go to acquire them.

How to Memorize "acquirement"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of gaining or coming into possession of something, such as a physical object or a skill.
   - Imagine yourself proudly displaying your new acquisition.
   - Visualize the process of learning a new skill or acquiring a new piece of knowledge.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'acquisition' with the act of gaining something, such as a new possession or skill.
   - Think of the word 'gain' when you see or hear the word 'acquisition'.
   - Associate the word with the feeling of pride and accomplishment that comes with gaining something new.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'acquisition' with a memorable phrase or image.
   - Use the acronym 'A CQUIRE' to remember the definition: 'Acquire' stands for 'Actively Come Quietly Understand Inevitably Reach Excellence'.

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