recognise

verb

1. show approval or appreciation of

- My work is not recognized by anybody!

- The best student was recognized by the Dean

Similar word(s): recognize

Definition categories: social, appreciate, prize, treasure, value

2. grant credentials to

- The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution

- recognize an academic degree

Similar word(s): accredit, recognize

Definition categories: social, certify, licence, license

3. detect with the senses

Similar word(s): discern, distinguish, recognize, spot

Definition categories: perception

4. express greetings upon meeting someone

Similar word(s): greet, recognize

Definition categories: communication, accost, address

5. express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for

Similar word(s): acknowledge, recognize

Definition categories: communication, thank

6. be fully aware or cognizant of

Similar word(s): agnise, agnize, realise, realize, recognize

Definition categories: cognition, cognise, cognize, know

7. perceive to be the same

Similar word(s): recognize

Definition categories: cognition, recall, recollect, remember, retrieve, think

8. accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority

- We do not recognize your gods

Similar word(s): acknowledge, know, recognize

Definition categories: cognition, accept