unacquirable

unacquirable

The painting is unacquirable because it is not for sale.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Not able to be obtained or acquired: "unacquirable" describes something that cannot be gained, secured, or possessed through effort, purchase, or any other means.
    • Not attainable: It refers to something that is beyond reach, either due to scarcity, restriction, or inherent impossibility.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The rare painting is unacquirable, as the owner refuses to sell it. (The painting cannot be obtained.)
    • True happiness is unacquirable through material wealth alone. (Happiness cannot be gained solely by buying things.)
    • Some ancient artifacts are now unacquirable due to legal protections. (The artifacts cannot be acquired because of laws.)
Advanced Usage
  • "unacquirable by purchase": something that cannot be bought with money.
    • Loyalty is unacquirable by purchase; it must be earned. (Loyalty cannot be bought.)
  • "unacquirable through effort": something that cannot be obtained even with hard work.
    • Perfect health is unacquirable through effort for those with genetic disorders. (Health cannot be gained despite trying.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Unacquirable (adj): the base form.
  • Acquirable (adj): able to be obtained. (Opposite of "unacquirable")
    • The software is easily acquirable online. (The software can be obtained.)
  • Acquire (v): to obtain or gain possession of something.
    • She hopes to acquire new skills through training. (She wants to gain skills.)
Synonyms
  • Unobtainable: not able to be obtained.
  • Unattainable: not able to be reached or achieved.
  • Inaccessible: difficult or impossible to reach or get.
  • Unavailable: not able to be used or had.
Antonyms
  • Acquirable: able to be obtained.
  • Obtainable: able to be gotten.
  • Available: able to be used or accessed.
Related Idioms
  • "Out of reach": impossible to obtain or achieve.
    • That dream job is still out of reach for now. (The job is unacquirable at present.)
  • "Beyond one's grasp": not able to be captured or understood.
    • The top prize remained beyond their grasp. (The prize was unacquirable.)
Additional Notes
  • This word is relatively rare and formal, often used in academic, legal, or philosophical contexts to emphasize impossibility or restriction.