Grade 5
(ac-quaint-ance) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a person one knows slightly but is not close to.

Example Sentence

I met briefly with my acquaintance. OR I have some acquaintance with golf.

More Example Sentences

An acquaintance can be helpful sometimes.

Synonyms

associate; friend; companion

Antonyms

stranger; enemy; foe

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Rhymes

  • quaintance

  • acquaintance