English dictionary
acknowledge
verbPronunciation
əkˈnɒl.ɪdʒ
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept their power and authority
verb
- accept as legally binding and valid
verb
- declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
verb
- express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
verb
- report the receipt of
verb
- express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
Example sentences
The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
We do not recognize your gods
acknowledge the deed
He admitted his errors
She acknowledged that she might have forgotten
We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us
The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper
He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway
She acknowledged his compliment with a smile
it is important to acknowledge the work of others in one's own writing