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
Hannah Malach, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
Broncos fans became acquainted with Perine in 2023 as the veteran running back who turned into a favorite third-down target and a two-minute weapon for Russell Wilson.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 4 Feb. 2025
Luna Adler, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025
Sleeping in makeshift tents, they are forced to quickly become acquainted by cooking meals, socializing and competing in mini-games with each other.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Two years later, Carrie became acquainted with Miranda in a Bloomingdale’s dressing room.
—Hannah Malach, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
Broncos fans became acquainted with Perine in 2023 as the veteran running back who turned into a favorite third-down target and a two-minute weapon for Russell Wilson.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 4 Feb. 2025
Verb
Having collaborated with Pink on a duet for the 2017 American Music Awards, Estrella was well acquainted with the challenge of creating airborne movement that also supported vocalizing.
—Luna Adler, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025
Sleeping in makeshift tents, they are forced to quickly become acquainted by cooking meals, socializing and competing in mini-games with each other.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acquainted
Adjective
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The key benefits of CDI include: • Better Patient Care: Comprehensive records enable clinicians to make informed decisions based on a clear understanding of patient history and treatment.—
Sameer Ather,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Advocates believe these skills will help students avoid financial pitfalls, like taking on too much debt, and will give them the confidence to make informed decisions about their future.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This week, the University of Central Florida introduced Scott Frost as its new football coach.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2025
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He has been introduced as its new athletic director and, technically, Jeremiah Donati is not an employee of the University of South Carolina.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Strength training three times per week is ideal, the doctor advised.—
Melissa Rudy,
Fox News,
25 Mar. 2025
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Those users with the latest version of Google Maps were advised to go to their timeline and hit the cloud icon before selecting the option to import a backup of data.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As the new general manager of the Farmington Civic Theater, Clare Cooney plans to add some indie films to the historic Farmington landmark’s familiar mix of tentpole movies and family favorites, writes Julie Hinds.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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This week, Wallen pulls off a relatively rare feat, as a remix of one of his album’s cuts opens high — though it is blocked from the throne by a familiar rival: himself.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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For users accustomed to paying high fees and waiting days for cross-border transfers, the difference is extraordinary.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Car theft in Michigan is an enemy that automakers, owners, and residents have been accustomed to since the beginning of cars in Michigan, in part because of simply how many cars are manufactured there and left on lots waiting for shipment to customers or lots elsewhere.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
21 Mar. 2025
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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Whereas other manufacturers of the same size and in the same categories have focused more on production and less on marketing and media, Sharkey said White Oak was keenly aware of its significance.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
7 Aug. 2025
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Many whites were aware of a lack of Black voter participation in the South but often lacked a deeper understanding of its causes and consequences.—
Time,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Having traveled to 75 countries, bought real estate in 24, established businesses in 7, and educated her children in 4, Kathleen is the go-to expert on expat life.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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To those who are poorly educated, this paragraph has been utterly meaningless.—
Eli Amdur,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Acquainted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acquainted. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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