Acquired
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Past tense of acquire; came to possess or obtain something through one's own efforts or by purchase. Learned or developed a skill or quality.
“The museum acquired several rare paintings at auction.”
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Contains Q, -ED ending, and four vowels A-I-U-I-E
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Worth 20 points; Q provides exceptional value (10 pts)
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