as in informed
having information especially as a result of study or experience
would like to see students become acquainted with all the services that the university has to offer
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as in introduced
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to
Mr. King spent the first week of the summer internship acquainting everyone with the new computers
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as in advised
to give information to
his sailor friend acquainted him with the latest navigational aids for weekend yachtsmen
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as in presented
to make (one person) known (to another) socially
hoping that someone would acquaint them with the new neighbors
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Recent Examples of acquainted
Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
The two actors first became acquainted while performing in the musical 110 in the Shade on Broadway in 2007.
—Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
Elias Burke, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Get acquainted with the spectacular alpine scenery and ride mountain bikes through picturesque villages.
—Rachael Mendizabal, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The panel, which also included David Cochran, a representative from the aquarium, discussed the film as well as how local organizations and communities can not only become more acquainted with the issues surrounding fisherman and local waterways, but how to play a role in effecting change.
—Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
The two actors first became acquainted while performing in the musical 110 in the Shade on Broadway in 2007.
—Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
Verb
After presiding over 34 league games unbeaten (three of those with United at the beginning of his tenure), life at Old Trafford has re-acquainted Amorim with the taste of defeat.
—Elias Burke, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Get acquainted with the spectacular alpine scenery and ride mountain bikes through picturesque villages.
—Rachael Mendizabal, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acquainted
Adjective
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Now suppose your new whip-smart and informed marketing AI agent handled these tasks automatically, even optimizing placements precisely for the best results.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Experts encourage people who are struggling with the news to manage their exposure—while still staying reasonably informed.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Pompei Sites, the official name of the archaeological site as well as the entity that manages it, has introduced a cap on visitors aimed at safeguarding one of Italy’s most treasured archaeological parks.—
Erica Firpo,
AFAR Media,
31 Dec. 2024
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In just over a year, the model has been introduced into major routes between 10 of the largest cities in China.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In spring 2024, a WTA doctor advised her to undergo a mammogram, before a biopsy confirmed the cancer diagnosis.—
James Hansen,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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The products are all past their sell by date, but the FDA advised that consumers check their freezers for the product.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The idea is both familiar and transformative: public fridges, placed in neighborhoods, stocked by the people, for the people—no questions asked.—
The Glamour editors,
Glamour,
8 Mar. 2025
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Whatever the club’s reasoning, there was something familiar and troubling about this disappointing deadline paralysis.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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The lavish side of mechanical keyboards Ultimately, the keyboard's unique construction, design cues, and lack of mass production contribute to a four-figure price tag that'll shock those not accustomed to the overly luxurious side of mechanical keyboards.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
23 Dec. 2024
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Most people are very familiar with squirrels, accustomed to seeing the animals on their streets or in their yards.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Sources told Fox 8 that bomb-making materials were found at the rental property.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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In August 1979, a Florida sheriff’s deputy told authorities that his wife fatally shot herself at their home south of Tampa.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC News,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Be aware of how changes affect your stress levels and adjust accordingly.—
Ashley Olivine, Ph.D., MPH,
Verywell Health,
4 Mar. 2025
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Follow these tips from Pierce and Owen to keep foxes at a safe distance: Be aware that foxes are part of the landscape.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The country is in a political realignment with working-class voters moving even more in Republicans' favor and wealthier and more educated voters moving in Democrats' direction.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
27 Dec. 2024
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Other stubborn problems—low birth rates, underemployment among the college-educated, a doctors’ strike that has effectively halted elective medical procedures—have gone largely unaddressed.—
Victor Cha,
The Atlantic,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Acquainted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acquainted. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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