acknowledgment

/əkˈnɑlɪdʒmənt/
noun
  1. An act of accepting or admitting that something is true or exists.
    • The politician's acknowledgment of the error came too late.
    • His acknowledgment of the problem was the first step toward fixing it.
    • She gave a slight smile as an acknowledgment of the truth.
  2. A statement or gesture that shows you have received something, such as a message or package.
    • He raised his hand in acknowledgment of the delivery.
    • The store provides a printed acknowledgment for every return.
    • Please send an acknowledgment when you get this email.
  3. Recognition or credit given to someone for their work, help, or contribution.
    • The award was an acknowledgment of his dedication to the community.
    • She received a formal acknowledgment for her volunteer work.
    • The film's credits include an acknowledgment of the funding agency.
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