Word ACKNOWLEDGE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms
acknowledge
🇺🇸 [əkˈnɑlɪʤ]
Meanings
To recognize or accept the existence, reality, or truth of something, often in a public or formal manner. Acknowledgment can show appreciation, admit responsibility, or confirm awareness of a fact, action, or person’s contributions.
Examples
- He refused to acknowledge his mistake.
- They acknowledged her hard work with an award.
- The company acknowledged his years of dedication.
Synonyms
recognize
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admit
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accept
Antonyms
ignore
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deny
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overlook