as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
recognized experts on stem cell research
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as in understood
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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as in honored
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 recognized
Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 11 Apr. 2026
Michu was recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company The company was recently recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company, a major honor that celebrates the fastest‑growing and most innovative Australian businesses.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
More pointedly, social media addiction is not currently recognized by the American Psychiatric Association, nor included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR).
—William Proctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
The relatively new Irvine Cares Family Housing Assistance Program, the city of Irvine and its partners were recognized recently for their efforts to provide safe and stable housing for local families experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 10 Apr. 2026
For all of that gross amount of money spent it should be universally positively recognized.
—Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
However, recognized industry bodies, including the Irish Farmers’ Association and the Irish Road Haulage Association, are not involved.
—Michael Considine, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Given her role in high-stakes cases for major studios, global brands, financial institutions, high-profile talent, entertainment executives and production companies, the honor recognized Glaser as one of the nation’s most influential trial attorneys.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
Marsha recognized the man on the right as Steven White — her daughter Ashley's best friend.
—Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
Dunwoody welcomed both a new restaurant and a new tea room, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was recognized for its food, a local purveyor of sweet treats announced new flavors for the World Cup and more of this week’s happenings from the metro Atlanta food and dining scene.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 11 Apr. 2026
Michu was recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company The company was recently recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company, a major honor that celebrates the fastest‑growing and most innovative Australian businesses.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
More pointedly, social media addiction is not currently recognized by the American Psychiatric Association, nor included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR).
—William Proctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
The relatively new Irvine Cares Family Housing Assistance Program, the city of Irvine and its partners were recognized recently for their efforts to provide safe and stable housing for local families experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 10 Apr. 2026
For all of that gross amount of money spent it should be universally positively recognized.
—Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
However, recognized industry bodies, including the Irish Farmers’ Association and the Irish Road Haulage Association, are not involved.
—Michael Considine, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Given her role in high-stakes cases for major studios, global brands, financial institutions, high-profile talent, entertainment executives and production companies, the honor recognized Glaser as one of the nation’s most influential trial attorneys.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
Marsha recognized the man on the right as Steven White — her daughter Ashley's best friend.
—Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognized
Adjective
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With an enormous collection of European art from the continent’s most respected masters, the museum is a must-see for anyone.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Born in London on May 22, 1938, Nolan built his foundation in theater, training at the Drama Centre London before launching a career that would take him across some of Britain’s most respected stages.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Leo said in English, using a phrase often understood as referring to American exceptionalism.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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Its long-term health problems are only starting to be understood.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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He was also honored in the Mariners Hall of Fame in 2022.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Now a sneaker free agent after his high-profile departure from longtime sponsor Under Armour, Curry honored James with a blue-and-yellow version of the LeBron X iD sneakers.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Caligula selected respectable family men of good reputation, who were conspicuous for some physical disability, for a mock fight.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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On Sunday evening, a respectable crowd showed up in the Mojave Tent to pay their respects to the Godfather of Punk, who first played Coachella in a reunion with the Stooges in 2003.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That email was immediately forwarded to Cameron Mason, Adidas’ senior director of basketball sports marketing and Gregg’s supervisor, even though the email — which Gregg thought was confidential — included Gregg’s belief that Mason knew about the NBA player’s presence in the trailer.—
Mike Wilson,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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After both major conflicts, there were thousands of people who knew how to ride a motorcycle, which benefited Harley-Davidson during peacetime.—
Ricardo Torres,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Each episode offers intimate, in-depth conversations with distinguished voices from across the literary landscape—about their lives, their work, and the ideas that shape both.—
Namwali Serpell,
The New York Review of Books,
15 Apr. 2026
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To help make the point, Jude cast the distinguished German actress Nina Hoss as a haughty Austrian executive, who appears as a privileged outsider scanning the city’s streets from the back seat of Angela Răducanu’s vehicle.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The company expects a little more of an impact in its Q2, but Cook said it’s fully comprehended in the above Street outlook of 48% to 49%.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The lottery component, which includes low-number plates often considered more prestigious, has further fueled interest.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Apr. 2026
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AmEx cards now come in all sorts of colors, from green to Platinum to the prestigious black Centurion, connoting prestige and packed with perks.—
Nancy Cutler,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Recognized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognized. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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