recognized Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
   recognize; know; recognise; acknowledge.
   
   • The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
   • We do not recognize your gods
2. verb be fully aware or cognizant of
   recognise; agnize; recognize; realise; agnise; realize.
   
3. verb detect with the senses
   recognize; spot; make out; tell apart; recognise; distinguish; pick out; discern.
   
   • The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards
   • I can't make out the faces in this photograph
4. verb perceive to be the same
   recognize; recognise.
   
5. verb grant credentials to
   recognize; recognise; accredit.
   
   • The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution
   • recognize an academic degree
6. verb express greetings upon meeting someone
   recognize; recognise; greet.
   
7. verb express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
   recognize; recognise; acknowledge.
   
   • We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us
8. verb exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)
   recognize.
   
9. verb show approval or appreciation of
   recognize; recognise.
   
   • My work is not recognized by anybody!
   • The best student was recognized by the Dean
10. adjective satellite generally approved or compelling recognition
    recognised; accepted.
    
    • several accepted techniques for treating the condition
    • his recognized superiority in this kind of work
11. adjective satellite provided with a secure reputation
    recognised.
    
    • a recognized authority

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