acquired

• Bezeichnet etwas, das erworben, erlangt oder im Laufe der Zeit durch Erfahrung oder Anstrengung entwickelt wurde.

Describes something that is obtained or developed over time, often through effort or experience.

1. Gained or obtainedB2formal

   Something that has been obtained or developed over time, not innate.

   Erworben

   • She has acquired a taste for classical music.
   • The company acquired a new subsidiary last year.
   • He acquired valuable skills through years of practice.

   Synonymeattaineddevelopedearnedlearnedwon

   Antonymecongenitalinborninherentinnate

2. Developed after birthB2formalmedical

   A condition or characteristic that develops after birth, as opposed to being inherited.

   Erworben

   • The patient suffers from an acquired heart defect.
   • Acquired immunity can result from vaccination.
   • The disease is acquired through exposure to the virus.

   Synonymeadventitious

   Antonymecongenitalgenetichereditaryinheritedinnate

• Verb, das die Handlung bezeichnet, etwas in seinen Besitz zu bringen, zu erwerben oder sich anzueignen; auch die Entwicklung eines Könnens, Wissens oder einer Eigenschaft.

A verb used to indicate the act of gaining possession of something, obtaining, or developing a skill or quality.

1. Obtain or gainB1formal

   To get or obtain something through effort or purchase.

   Erwerben

   • She acquired a new skill after months of practice.
   • The company acquired a smaller competitor last year.
   • He acquired a valuable collection of antique coins.

   Synonymeattaingaingetobtainprocuresecure

   Antonymeabandoncedeforfeitforgogiveloserelinquishsurrender

2. Develop or learnB1formal

   To gradually gain knowledge, a habit, or a quality.

   Erwerben

   • Children acquire language naturally from their environment.
   • He acquired a taste for spicy food after traveling to India.
   • She acquired a reputation for being reliable and hardworking.

   Synonymeabsorbassimilatedevelopgainlearnmasterpick up