acquisitively

Meanings

• adverb

  Acquiring or gaining something, especially something desirable, typically by persistent effort or determination.

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Variants

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acquisitive , acquisitively , acquisitiveness , acquisitivenesses

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'acquisitus' meaning 'acquired' or 'obtained'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'acquisitively' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. In psychology, 'acquisitively' is used to describe the way in which individuals learn new information or behaviors through experience.

3. The word 'acquisitively' contains the Latin root 'acquis', meaning 'to buy' or 'to acquire'.

4. The opposite of 'acquisitively' is 'disposally', meaning given or distributed freely.

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Related Concepts

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1. Aquisition: The process of obtaining or gaining something, often referring to the purchase or acquisition of a business or property.

2. Acquisitive behaviour: A pattern of behaviour characterized by a persistent drive to accumulate possessions or resources.

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Culture

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In literature, 'acquisitively' is used to describe characters who are driven by a desire to accumulate wealth, power, or knowledge. In art, it can be seen in the works of artists who meticulously gather and collect materials or techniques.

How to Memorize "acquisitively"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of acquiring or gaining something, such as a prize or a skill. Imagine the steps involved and the sense of satisfaction upon achieving your goal.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'acquisitively' with the idea of persistent effort and determination. Think of someone who is determined to acquire a new skill or achieve a goal.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'acquire new skills' to help remember the meaning of 'acquisitively'.

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