CEFR B2

acquisitive

adjective

Meaning

Having or showing a great interest in acquiring or possessing things; eager to own or possess.

Examples

The acquisitive nature of the company led it to buy out smaller competitors.
She had an acquisitive mind, always seeking new knowledge and experiences.

Synonyms: greedy, possessive, avaricious, covetous

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acquisitive (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /əˈkwɪz.ɪ.tɪv/

Definition

Having or showing a great interest in acquiring or possessing things; eager to own or possess.

Examples

The acquisitive nature of the company led it to buy out smaller competitors.
She had an acquisitive mind, always seeking new knowledge and experiences.
His acquisitive tendencies meant he collected stamps, coins, and antique furniture.

How to Use acquisitive

acquisitive of (prepositional phrase): Eager to acquire or possess something. — "He was acquisitive of rare books and manuscripts."

Synonyms of acquisitive

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Antonyms of acquisitive

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