Synonyms for Acquire
Definition of acquire
verb
- come into the possession of something concrete or abstract; "She got a lot of paintings from her uncle"; "They acquired a new pet"; "Get your results the next day"; "Get permission to take a few days off from work"
- take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect; "His voice took on a sad tone"; "The story took a new turn"; "he adopted an air of superiority"; "She assumed strange manners"; "The gods assume human or animal form in these fables"
- come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes); "He grew a beard"; "The patient developed abdominal pains"; "I got funny spots all over my body"; "Well-developed breasts"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "acquire"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like adopt, assume, develop can replace "acquire" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "acquire" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Acquire" in song lyrics
See how acquire is used in real songs:
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"Another day another scar to acquire"
A+ f/ Prodigy — Gusto -
"Simple hate in spite of the money I might acquire"
Crooked I — Uh Oh -
"Piece of the action, to acquire"
Gravediggaz — Killing Fieldz