Definitions and Examples of acquired, learned, developed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Developed or learned after birth; not present at birth.
Example
His hearing loss was acquired after a severe ear infection.
Gained knowledge or skill through study, experience, or being taught.
Example
She learned how to play the piano by taking lessons for several years.
Brought into existence or maturity through growth or gradual change.
Example
His love for painting developed over time as he practiced and experimented with different techniques.
Key Differences: acquired vs learned vs developed
- 1Acquired refers to something that is not present at birth but is developed or learned later in life.
- 2Learned refers to knowledge or skills gained through study, experience, or being taught.
- 3Developed refers to something that is brought into existence or maturity through growth or gradual change.
Effective Usage of acquired, learned, developed
- 1Medical Context: Use acquired to describe conditions or diseases that are not present at birth.
- 2Education Context: Use learned to describe knowledge or skills gained through study or experience.
- 3Personal Development Context: Use developed to describe personal growth or changes over time.
Remember this!
The antonyms of congenital are acquired, learned, and developed. Use these words to describe conditions or diseases that are not present at birth, knowledge or skills gained through study or experience, and personal growth or changes over time.
