a : to come into possession or control of often by unspecified means acquire property The team acquired three new players this year.

What is the meaning of being acquired?

to come into possession or ownership of; get as one's own: to acquire property. to gain for oneself through one's actions or efforts: to acquire learning.

How do you use acquired in a sentence?

(1) He has acquired a reputation for dishonesty. (2) The business was acquired from Orion four years ago. (3) She has acquired a good knowledge of English. (4) Infectious diseases can be acquired in several ways.