verb, can also be a noun (in archaic usage) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

acquire, glean, master

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Example Sentences

Example:He acquired a deep understanding of mathematics.

Definition:To obtain knowledge, especially through study.

From acquire

Example:She gleaned useful information from the old books.

Definition:To gather (information or knowledge) by dint of patient and painstaking effort.

From glean

Example:She mastered the difficult poem and recited it perfectly.

Definition:To acquire with diligent effort; become proficient at.

From master