recognise
pronunciation
How to pronounce recognise in British English:
UK ['rekəgnaɪz]
How to pronounce recognise in American English:
US ['rekəgnaɪz]
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- Verb:
- show approval or appreciation of
- grant credentials to
- detect with the senses
- express greetings upon meeting someone
- express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
- be fully aware or cognizant of
- perceive to be the same
- accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
Word Origin
- recognise (v.)
- chiefly British English spelling of recognize; for spelling, see -ize. Related: Recognised; recognising; recognisance.
Example
- 1. Some countries are starting to recognise this .
- 2. Countries now recognise how vulnerable they are to conflict .
- 3. However , forcing banks to recognise losses would erode their capital .
- 4. Such antibodies recognise and attach themselves to these molecules , rendering them harmless .
- 5. First you have to recognise your destructive thinking pattern .