noun
acquired; a posteriori
Refers to traits, conditions, or knowledge gained after birth, as opposed to innate or congenital. Used in medical, biological, and philosophical contexts.
後天性免疫不全症候群はエイズの正式名称です。
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome is the formal name for AIDS.
後天性の知識は経験から得られる。
A posteriori knowledge is obtained from experience.