recognize

verb

ˈre-kig-ˌnīz How to pronounce recognize (audio)
Definition of recognizenext
1
as in to understand
to have a clear idea of finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost

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2
as in to honor
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration an awards banquet to recognize local heroes

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Recent Examples of recognize The family’s case was rejected — despite being first and second generation, and despite Pedro Monasterios and his children having been recognized as citizens just a few years earlier. — Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026 This mindset shift, recognizing what humans do best, will drive future growth. — Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 While he was being recognized for his longstanding connection to the Mediterranean island, Carys has been making strides in her own career. — Adam England, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 Sterling Point recognizes that, and is all the more moving for it. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for recognize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognize
  1. understand
  2. honor
  3. know
  4. thank
  5. decipher
  6. see
  7. comprehend
  8. appreciate
Verb
  • Instead of diluting its elite credibility to reach a broader audience, the brand translated that credibility into environments where the average person could understand its every day relevance.
    — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Even more unnerving than the sheer volume is how little the impact is understood and accounted for.
    — Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of understand
Verb
  • The community will gather across from crime scene at the church to honor a man who appeared to get caught up in something that had nothing to do with him.
    — Jermont Terry, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Seven months after legendary director Rob Reiner and his wife, photographer Michele Singer, were killed, their children Jake and Romy Reiner stepped up to the plate at Dodgers Stadium to honor them.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of honor
Verb
  • Funen is a historic spot known for its 123 castles and estates, and Odense is particularly lovely, with characterful old streets, lush greenery, and inspiring museums that add to its charm.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • What was once known as Westport Middle School opened in 1924 and closed in 2009.
    — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of know
Verb
  • People making folk music around the world have a nonprofit based in Kansas City to thank for improving their odds of scoring a Grammy Award next year.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
  • Why does the bartender do this and why does the cowboy thank him?
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of thank
Verb
  • Western San Gabriel Mountains/Highway 14 Corridor When an air quality alert pops up on the radar, deciphering its implications is crucial.
    — Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 30 July 2026
  • The discovery began in 2024, when a representative of the monastery's preservation association asked Tornau to decipher the manuscript.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of decipher
Verb
  • Wednesday's meeting saw more than 60 members of the public address the AQMD board to explain how the ongoing situation has affected them.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Washington hasn’t seen a race like this since Thomas Jefferson helped mark America’s 25th birthday on July 4, 1801.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of see
Verb
  • Bible said what investigators found on Luke Poteete's phone is difficult to comprehend.
    — Shelley Bortz, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • Dodson, after all, was the green-dot guy (the person who gets the calls from the sideline), something that can be rather difficult for a rookie to immediately comprehend.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
Definition of comprehend
Verb
  • Residents seeking privacy and seclusion will appreciate how this 8,000-square-foot residence feels completely tucked away.
    — Catherine Dunwoody, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The lines form images of animals that can only be fully appreciated from planes or viewing towers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of appreciate

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