acknowledge
(verb)
verb
1. declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
- She acknowledged that she might have forgotten
Similar word(s): admit
Definition categories: communication, adjudge, declare, hold
2. report the receipt of
- The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper
Similar word(s): receipt
Definition categories: communication, communicate, pass
3. express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
- He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway
- She acknowledged his complement with a smile
- it is important to acknowledge the work of others in one's own writing
Similar word(s): notice
Definition categories: communication, react, respond
4. express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
- We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us
Similar word(s): recognise, recognize
Definition categories: communication, thank
5. accept as legally binding and valid
- acknowledge the deed
Definition categories: cognition, accept
6. 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