recognize
/ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪz/
verb
- To know someone or something because you have seen, heard, or experienced them before.
- He recognized the song from his childhood.
- I didn't recognize her at first because she had cut her hair.
- The dog recognized its owner's footsteps.
- To accept or admit that something is true or exists.
- She recognized her mistake and apologized.
- Scientists recognize climate change as a serious threat.
- The company recognized the need for better customer service.
- To show official appreciation or give credit for someone's work or achievements.
- The school recognized her efforts with a special award.
- The organization recognizes volunteers at an annual ceremony.
- His contributions were recognized by the president.
- To accept that a government, country, or organization has legal or political authority.
- The United Nations recognized the group as a legitimate political party.
- Many countries recognized the new nation after its declaration of independence.
- They refused to recognize the treaty signed under pressure.
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