What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
acquirable
Example
The book is acquirable at any local bookstore. [acquirable: adjective]
Example
The skills needed for the job are acquirable through training. [acquirable: adjective]
attainable
Example
With hard work and dedication, success is attainable. [attainable: adjective]
Example
The company has set an attainable target for sales this quarter. [attainable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Attainable is more commonly used than acquirable in everyday language. Attainable is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while acquirable is less common and refers more specifically to the availability of something.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between acquirable and attainable?
Both acquirable and attainable are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
