Acquired Definition & Meaning

acquired
adjective
  1. gotten through environmental forces; "acquired characteristics (such as a suntan or a broken nose) cannot be passed on"

"Acquired" in song lyrics

See how acquired is used in real songs:

  • "When you lie in a box, you'll be happy you've acquired"
    Atherton & Sire f/ Patio Decks — Bold Fashion
  • "I love the fell love the vibe that I acquired"
    Classified — Inspiration
  • "the way the bullets come out the thompson is acquired"
    DJ Clue f/ Jadakiss, Swizz Beatz — Ugly (Thug it Out)

Usage tips for "acquired"

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