Procure — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /prə-ˈkyu̇r/ pro·cure

Meaning & Definition of Procure

Procure (verb)

  1. to get possession of (something), to obtain (something) by particular care and effort
  2. to bring about or achieve (something) by care and effort
  3. to obtain (someone) to be employed for sex (as for an individual or in a brothel)

Procure (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to receive as return for effort

    "a reputation for integrity and incorruptibility that has procured for him the universal respect and admiration of his colleagues"

    similar: acquire, attain, bag, bring in, capture, carry, come by, draw, earn, gain, garner, get, knock down, land, make, obtain, pull down, realize, reap, secure, win
    related: clear, gross, net, accomplish, achieve, notch (up), score, accumulate, amass, rack up, catch, pick up, annex, occupy, take over, reacquire, reattain, recapture, regain, remake
    opposite: forfeit, lose
    near: accord, give, grant, pay, give up, hand over, part (with), relinquish, surrender, yield

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Procure

The most common words with a similar meaning to Procure:

acquire, attain, bag, bring in, capture, carry, come by, draw, earn, gain, garner, get, knock down, land, make, obtain, pull down, realize, reap, secure, win

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Procure

Words with the opposite meaning of Procure:

forfeit, lose

Related Words for Procure

clear, gross, net, accomplish, achieve, notch (up), score, accumulate, amass, rack up, catch, pick up, annex, occupy, take over, reacquire, reattain, recapture, regain, remake

Near Antonyms of Procure

accord, give, grant, pay, give up, hand over, part (with), relinquish, surrender, yield

Word Forms of Procure

Inflections: procured, procuring, procures

Derived words: procurable (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Procure

Middle English, from Anglo-French procurer, from Late Latin procurare, from Latin, to take care of, from pro- for + cura care

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Procure

What does "Procure" mean?

"Procure" means to get possession of (something), to obtain (something) by particular care and effort. As a verb, it is defined as: to get possession of (something), to obtain (something) by particular care and effort.

What is another word for "Procure"?

Other words for "Procure" include acquire, attain, bag, bring in, capture, carry, come by and draw. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Procure" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Procure"?

There are 41 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Procure". Common alternatives include acquire, attain, bag, bring in, capture, carry, come by, draw, earn and gain.

What is the opposite of "Procure"?

Antonyms of "Procure" include forfeit and lose. Near antonyms include accord, give, grant and pay.

How do you use "Procure" in a sentence?

Examples of "Procure" in a sentence: "a reputation for integrity and incorruptibility that has procured for him the universal respect and admiration of his colleagues".

Is "Procure" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Procure" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Procure"?

"Procure" is pronounced /prə-ˈkyu̇r/ and divided into syllables as pro·cure.

What is the origin of the word "Procure"?

"Procure" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French procurer, from Late Latin procurare, from Latin, to take care of, from pro- for + cura care. First known use: 14th century.