acquaint
6 synonyms for acquaint, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make someone familiar with something, or to introduce people to each other.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use acquaint
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
acquaint yourself with
acquaint someone with the facts
Etymology
From Old French acointier, from Late Latin accognitare, related to "cognition" and "know."
Full origin of acquaint →Frequently asked questions
What does “acquaint” mean?
The word “acquaint” means to make someone familiar with something, or to introduce people to each other. In plain terms, to get familiar with something, or introduce someone to it.
How do you pronounce “acquaint”?
“Acquaint” is pronounced uh-KWAYNT (/əˈkweɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “acquaint” in a sentence?
Here is “acquaint” used in a sentence: “Take some time to acquaint yourself with the new software.”
What is another word for “acquaint”?
Words with a similar meaning to “acquaint” include apprise and inform.
What part of speech is “acquaint”?
“Acquaint” is a verb.
Where does the word “acquaint” come from?
The word “acquaint” comes from Late Latin. From Old French acointier, from Late Latin accognitare, related to "cognition" and "know.".
