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acknowledge

3 syllables

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As a verb, acknowledge means admit the knowledge of.

Meanings of acknowledge

9 meanings

To admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in
“to acknowledge the being of a god”
To own or recognize in a particular quality, character or relationship; to admit the claims or authority of; to give recognition to.
To be grateful of (e.g. a benefit or a favour)
“to acknowledge a favor”
To report (the receipt of a message to its sender).
“This is to acknowledge your kind invitation to participate in the upcoming debate.”
To own as genuine or valid; to assent to (a legal instrument) to give it validity; to avow or admit in legal form.
Express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
“He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway”
“She acknowledged his compliment with a smile”
“it is important to acknowledge the work of others in one's own writing”
Similar: notice
Express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
“We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us”
Similar: recognize, recognise
Accept as legally binding and valid
“acknowledge the deed”
Accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept their power and authority
“The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne”
“We do not recognize your gods”
Similar: recognize, recognise, know