Acquises (en. Acquired)

/akʁiz/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Rights or gains obtained by an individual or group.
The societal accomplishments must be protected.
Les acquises de la société doivent être protégées.
Knowledge or skills acquired through learning.
His skills in computer science are impressive.
Ses acquises en informatique sont impressionnantes.

Etymology

From the verb 'acquire', meaning to obtain or to become the owner.

Common Phrases and Expressions

acquired knowledge
The information or skills that have been learned.
acquises de la connaissance
legal rights
The rights obtained through rules or laws.
acquises légales

Related Words

acquire
To obtain something through effort or purchase.
acquérir
acquired
Something that has been obtained, especially at a personal or professional level.
acquis

Slang Meanings

Obtained without particular effort.
He says his skills come easily.
Il dit que ses acquises viennent facilement.
Natural talents.
His singing skills are innate.
Ses acquises pour le chant sont innées.