Dictionary Entry
recognise
recognise is a 9-letter English word with 8 senses as verb in the JumbleFix dictionary. One common meaning is: accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority. Face value is 12 in Scrabble and 15 in Words With Friends. Use the entries below when you need a playable sense, a nearby word, or another arrangement of the same letters.
9 letters · Scrabble 12 · Words With Friends 15 · 8 senses
Definitions
- 1verb
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
"The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne"
"We do not recognize your gods"
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- 2verb
perceive to be the same
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- 3verb
be fully aware or cognizant of
- 4verb
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
"We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us"
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- 5verb
express greetings upon meeting someone
- 6verb
detect with the senses
"The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards"
"I can't make out the faces in this photograph"
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- 7verb
grant credentials to
"The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution"
"recognize an academic degree"
- 8verb
show approval or appreciation of
"My work is not recognized by anybody!"
"The best student was recognized by the Dean"
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