obtaining

Definitions

The act of acquiring, getting, or securing something through effort or request.

The process of coming into possession of something.

The state of being prevalent or established.

Examples

She is focused on obtaining the necessary permits for her new business venture.

Obtaining a high score on the exam requires months of dedicated study and preparation.

Synonyms

acquiring securing procuring gaining attaining earning collecting

Antonyms

losing forfeiting surrendering relinquishing discarding spending missing