acknowledge
pronunciation
How to pronounce acknowledge in British English:
UK [əkˈnɒlɪdʒ]
How to pronounce acknowledge in American English:
US [əkˈnɑːlɪdʒ]
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- Verb:
- declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
- report the receipt of
- express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
- express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
- accept as legally binding and valid
- accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
Word Origin
- acknowledge
- acknowledge: see know
- acknowledge (v.)
- 1550s, a blend of Middle English aknow (from Old English oncnawan "understand," from on + cnawan "recognize;" see know) and Middle English knowlechen "admit, acknowledge" (c. 1200; see knowledge). In the merger, a parasitic -c- slipped in, so that while the kn- became a simple "n" sound (as in know), the -c- stepped up to preserve, in this word, the ancient "kn-" sound. Related: Acknowledged; acknowledging.
Example
- 1. But the government itself has refused to acknowledge them .
- 2. We can only acknowledge that people are discussing the issues online -- and promise to keep tabs on them .
- 3. But they also acknowledge divisions exist .
- 4. So why can 't parents acknowledge this ?
- 5. Recognize and acknowledge your doubt .