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AWL Sublist 2 · Academic Word
acquisition
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/ Syllables: ac·qui·ˈsi·tion
English Illustration
Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
The process of gaining or obtaining something, especially knowledge or property.
Synonyms
obtainment
procurement
learning
Antonyms
None available
Translations
acquisition in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
اكتساب، استحواذ
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
عملية الحصول على شيء ما، مثل المعرفة أو الممتلكات.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
Acquisition means getting something new. Language acquisition is learning a language. Corporate acquisition is buying a company.
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Memory TipAcquisition comes from Latin 'acquirere' meaning to add to what you have.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
Language acquisition in early childhood is strongly influenced by family environment.
The corporation announced the acquisition of a major competitor last quarter.
Knowledge acquisition through reading is fundamental to academic success.
Word Families & Pronunciation
acquisition
| PART OF SPEECH | FORM |
|---|---|
| verb | acquire |
| adjective | acquired |
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