Acquirable: meaning, definitions and examples

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acquirable

 

[ əˈkwaɪrəb(ə)l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

for sale

Available for purchase; obtainable.

Synonyms

accessible, attainable, obtainable.

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Word Description / Examples
acquirable

When discussing something that can be obtained, typically through effort or due to availability.

  • Training for this skill is acquirable through online courses
  • This rare book is acquirable at the old bookstore
obtainable

Typically describing something that can be gained, especially through effort, implying the process can be challenging.

  • The grant is obtainable if you meet all the requirements
  • Fresh produce is easily obtainable at the local market
accessible

Used when referring to something that is easy to approach, reach, or use, often related to convenience or physical ability.

  • The library is accessible to all students
  • This website is accessible for people with disabilities
attainable

When referring to a goal or objective that can be reached through effort or endeavor.

  • With hard work, any career goal is attainable
  • An A in this class is definitely attainable with consistent study

Examples of usage

  • This item is acquirable at the local store.
  • The limited edition collectible is highly acquirable.
Context #2 | Adjective

able to be gained

Capable of being acquired or obtained.

Synonyms

achievable, reachable, realizable.

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Word Description / Examples
acquirable

Use when referring to something that can be obtained or gained.

  • The rare book is acquirable through a special auction.
  • Knowledge is acquirable through diligent study.
achievable

Best used when referring to goals or objectives that can be successfully reached.

  • With hard work and determination, your dreams are achievable.
  • Setting small, achievable tasks can help you stay motivated.
reachable

Use when talking about physical distance or figurative goals that can be reached.

  • The mountain summit is reachable within a day’s hike.
  • His new business goal seems reachable within the year.
realizable

Describes something that can be made real or actual, often used in technical or formal contexts.

  • The engineer’s design is realizable with current technology.
  • This financial plan is realizable with careful management.

Examples of usage

  • Skills are acquirable through practice and dedication.
  • Knowledge is acquirable through education and experience.

Translations

Translations of the word "acquirable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 adquirível

🇮🇳 प्राप्त करने योग्य

🇩🇪 erwerbbar

🇮🇩 dapat diperoleh

🇺🇦 доступний

🇵🇱 dostępny

🇯🇵 取得可能な

🇫🇷 acquis

🇪🇸 adquirible

🇹🇷 edinilebilir

🇰🇷 획득할 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للاكتساب

🇨🇿 dosažitelný

🇸🇰 dostupný

🇨🇳 可获得的

🇸🇮 dosegljiv

🇮🇸 fáanlegur

🇰🇿 қолжетімді

🇬🇪 შესაძენი

🇦🇿 əldə edilə bilən

🇲🇽 adquirible

Etymology

The word 'acquirable' originates from the verb 'acquire', which comes from the Latin word 'acquirere', meaning 'to gain'. The suffix '-able' is added to 'acquire' to form 'acquirable', indicating the ability to be acquired or obtained. The concept of acquiring things has been essential throughout human history, from acquiring food for survival to acquiring knowledge for progress.

See also: acquirer, acquirers, acquiring, acquisition, acquisitiveness, reacquire.