Recognize

/ˈrɛkəɡnʌɪz/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To identify someone or something from previous encounters or knowledge.

I did not recognize her at first because she had changed her hairstyle.

To acknowledge the existence, validity, or legality of something.

The government does not recognize the new state as an official entity.

To grant someone special attention or a formal acknowledgment.

He was recognized for his contributions to the community at the awards ceremony.

To perceive or be aware of something.

I recognize that there are flaws in my argument.

From the Latin 'recognoscere', meaning 'to know again'.

recognize the difference

To be able to tell apart two or more things.

recognize one's efforts

To acknowledge someone's hard work or contributions.

recognize a talent

To identify someone's skill or ability in a certain area.

recognition

The act of acknowledging or identifying something.

recognizable

Able to be identified or recognized.

recognizing

The process of identifying someone or something.

To give props

I have to recognize my boy for his hard work.

Spot

I recognized you right away when I saw your picture!