Obtained: meaning, definitions and examples

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obtained

[ əbˈteɪnd ]

^{Context #1}

past tense

To get or acquire something through effort or skill.

Synonyms

acquire, attain, get, secure

Examples of usage

I obtained a copy of the report from the library.
She obtained her driver's license after passing the test.

^{Context #2}

past tense

To come into possession of something.

Synonyms

fetch, gain, procure, receive

Examples of usage

He obtained a rare stamp for his collection.
They obtained funding for their project from a generous donor.

^{Context #3}

past tense

To reach or arrive at a certain point.

Synonyms

achieve, arrive at, attain, reach

Examples of usage

The train obtained its destination on time.
We obtained the summit of the mountain after a long hike.

Translations

Translations of the word "obtained" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obtido

🇮🇳 प्राप्त किया हुआ

🇩🇪 erhalten

🇮🇩 diperoleh

🇺🇦 отриманий

🇵🇱 uzyskany

🇯🇵 得られた (えられた)

🇫🇷 obtenu

🇪🇸 obtenido

🇹🇷 elde edilen

🇰🇷 얻은 (eod-eun)

🇸🇦 تم الحصول عليه

🇨🇿 získaný

🇸🇰 získaný

🇨🇳 获得的 (huòdé de)

🇸🇮 pridobljen

🇮🇸 fengið

🇰🇿 алынған

🇬🇪 მიღებული

🇦🇿 alınmış

🇲🇽 obtenido

Word origin

The word 'obtained' originated from the Latin word 'obtinere', which means to hold or keep. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to acquiring or gaining something. The usage of 'obtained' in English dates back to the 15th century, and it has since become a commonly used verb in various contexts.