Definition of Recognise

  • (verb) 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"; "We do not recognize your gods"
  • (verb) perceive to be the same
  • (verb) be fully aware or cognizant of
  • (verb) express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for; "We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us"
  • (verb) express greetings upon meeting someone
  • (verb) detect with the senses; "The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards"; "I can't make out the faces in this photograph"
  • (verb) grant credentials to; "The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution"; "recognize an academic degree"
  • (verb) show approval or appreciation of; "My work is not recognized by anybody!"; "The best student was recognized by the Dean"

Antonyms of Recognise


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Homophones of Recognise