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acquisitive
—acquisitive /əˈkwɪz.ɪ.tɪv/ aep /-ə.t̬ɪv/
Ⅰ adjective FORMAL (COMPANY) ► F0 used to describe a company that buys other companies: » It has been one of the most acquisitive firms in recent times, buying over a dozen businesses in the last 18 months.Thesaurus+: ↑Mergers and takeovers
Ⅱ adjective FORMAL (WANTING THINGS) ► F0 DISAPPROVING eager to own and collect things: » We live in an acquisitive society that views success primarily in terms of material possessions.Thesaurus+: ↑Wanting things , ↑Hoping and hopefulness |