mindmap root((造诣)) acquirement suggests the result of continued endeavor to cultivate oneself: an appreciation of good music was not one of his ~s. acquisition stresses the effort involved and the inherent value of what is gained: the ability to concentrate is a valuable ~. attainment implies a distinguished achievement （in the arts or sciences） and suggests fully developed talents: honored as woman of the year for her many ~s. accomplishment implies a socially useful skill: mastery of a foreign language is an admirable ~.