Acknowledge

/əkˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To accept or admit the existence or truth of something.

She acknowledged her mistake in the report.

To show that one has noticed or recognized someone or something.

He failed to acknowledge his supporters during the speech.

To express gratitude or recognition for something.

I would like to acknowledge the help I received from my colleagues.

To confirm receipt of something.

Please acknowledge receipt of this email.

Middle English 'acknowledge', from Old English 'aċenᵹan', meaning 'to make known, declare'.

acknowledge receipt

To confirm that something has been received.

acknowledge the truth

To accept that a fact is true.

acknowledge someone's efforts

To recognize and appreciate the work someone has done.

recognition

The act of recognizing or being recognized.

admission

The act of accepting something as true or valid.

acceptance

The act of accepting or receiving something.

To give a nod

I saw him and just acknowledged him with a wave.

To give props

You gotta acknowledge her skills; she's a natural.