acquainted Definition
- 1having knowledge or experience of a particular thing
- 2having been introduced to someone but not knowing them well
Using acquainted: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acquainted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I am acquainted with the rules of the game.
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She is acquainted with the history of the city.
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He was only slightly acquainted with his new neighbor.
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We became acquainted through mutual friends.
acquainted Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for acquainted
Antonyms for acquainted
- unfamiliar
- unaware
- ignorant
Phrases with acquainted
to become familiar with someone or something
Example
Let's get acquainted with the new software before we start using it.
to know someone or something very well
Example
They are well acquainted with the challenges of running a small business.
to learn about or become familiar with something
Example
Before starting the job, he made himself acquainted with the company's policies and procedures.
Origins of acquainted
from Old French 'acointier', meaning 'make known'
Summary: acquainted in Brief
'Acquainted' [əˈkweɪntɪd] means having knowledge or experience of a particular thing or having been introduced to someone but not knowing them well. It can be used in phrases like 'get acquainted,' meaning to become familiar with someone or something, and 'well acquainted,' meaning to know someone or something very well. Formal equivalents include 'familiar with' and 'knowledgeable about,' while informal equivalents include 'in the know about' and 'up on.'
