Acquisition Definition & Meaning
acquisition
- noun
- the act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something; "the acquisition of wealth"; "the acquisition of one company by another"
- something acquired; "a recent acquisition by the museum"
- the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge; "the child's acquisition of language"
- an ability that has been acquired by training
"Acquisition" in song lyrics
See how acquisition is used in real songs:
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"I got your brain through acquisition"
Necro — Violins of Violence -
"I rap about politicians how money's their acquisition"
Saigon — The Greatest Story Never Told -
"cadbury schweppes acquisition"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with acquisition
Usage tips for "acquisition"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "acquisition" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for acquisition to find words that pair well.