recognize

[rek-uhg-nahyz] / ˈrɛk əgˌnaɪz /

VERB

identify

Synonyms

STRONGEST

admit know make note notice observe perceive remember see

STRONG

descry diagnose distinguish espy finger nail peg pinpoint place recall recollect remark sight spot tag verify

WEAK

be familiar button down determinate diagnosticate flash on know again make out ring a bell tab

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deny forget ignore misinterpret miss misunderstand neglect overlook refuse

STRONG

lose unfasten

WEAK

disapprove

VERB

acknowledge, understand;

Synonyms

STRONGEST

admit agree allow appreciate grant honor make perceive realize respect sanction see

STRONG

assent avow comprehend concede confess greet own salute

WEAK

approve accept be aware of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

condemn deny disallow disapprove dispute disrespect dissent fail ignore lose neglect overlook prevent protest refuse reject veto

STRONG

disagree disavow disown repudiate

WEAK

miss misunderstand

Example Sentences

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Any party serious about governing must recognize the economic challenge before us is twofold.

From The Wall Street Journal

First, recognize that the levies were a much bigger threat than the market thought.

From The Wall Street Journal

Families like the Heckings are recognizing the upside, particularly as artificial intelligence disrupts the labor market.

From The Wall Street Journal

“USC and Notre Dame recognize how special our rivalry is to our fans …” A joint statement by the athletic directors of the two schools.

From Los Angeles Times

He was spared execution when one of his captors took a second look at his face and recognized him as the generous schoolmate who used to share his lunch.

From Los Angeles Times

recognize

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