acquire

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When you 'acquire' something, it means you obtain it or get possession of it. It doesn't just have to be physical things, but could also mean skills or knowledge.

Examples in Different Contexts

In nonprofit sectors, 'acquire' can refer to obtaining resources or funds. A charity organizer might state, 'We've acquired significant funding for our new humanitarian project.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The project's deadline is approaching, and we're still struggling with bugs in the software.

Response:

We need to acquire a new debugging tool to help boost our efficiency.

Business

Scenario:

We're considering a strategy to grow our company, bearing in mind our long-term goals and the current economic climate.

Response:

If it aligns with our goals, we should consider acquiring a small but growing business,