Acknowledge: meaning, definitions and examples
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acknowledge
[ əkˈnɒlɪdʒ ]
formal
Accept or admit the existence or truth of. Show that one has noticed or recognized (someone) by making a gesture or greeting.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She refused to acknowledge the new chairman
- he did not acknowledge my greeting
formal
Express gratitude or appreciation for or to.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- she would like to acknowledge the work of the charity staff
- he acknowledged the applause with a smile
Translations
Translations of the word "acknowledge" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reconhecer
🇮🇳 स्वीकार करना
🇩🇪 anerkennen
🇮🇩 mengakui
🇺🇦 визнавати
🇵🇱 uznać
🇯🇵 認める (mitomeru)
🇫🇷 reconnaître
🇪🇸 reconocer
🇹🇷 kabul etmek
🇰🇷 인정하다 (injeonghada)
🇸🇦 الاعتراف
🇨🇿 uznat
🇸🇰 uznať
🇨🇳 承认 (chéngrèn)
🇸🇮 priznati
🇮🇸 viðurkenna
🇰🇿 мойындау
🇬🇪 აღიარება
🇦🇿 tanımaq
🇲🇽 reconocer
Word origin
The word 'acknowledge' originated from the Old English word 'oncnāwan' which meant 'to recognize'. It has evolved over time to its current usage in the English language. The concept of acknowledging something or someone has always been important in human interaction, showing respect, gratitude, or acceptance. The word has been used in various contexts throughout history, emphasizing the significance of recognizing the existence, truth, or efforts of others.
See also: acknowledged, acknowledgement, acknowledging, acknowledgingly, acknowledgment, unacknowledged, unacknowledging.