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
Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
With Emily’s help translating, Tedo took us through the steps of making wine in qvevri, a process recognized by UNESCO for its cultural heritage.
—Lori Rackl, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
He’s widely recognized as the first player to set up his own charitable foundation that, in turn, provided a playbook for other players to follow suit.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
Stories shape not only perception, but also what people believe should exist, what receives support, and whose humanity is recognized.
—Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The pumpkin orange hue is a nod to soup joumou, the traditional pumpkin soup that became a symbol of freedom after independence and in 2021 was recognized by UNESCO as part of Haiti’s cultural heritage.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Even Worthy’s mother, Nicki Jones, has recognized the growth her son has shown in his young NFL career.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2026
Berry College is recognized nationally for the quality and value of its educational experience.
—Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 30 May 2026
San Francisco’s Atelier Crenn was recognized with a Sustainable Restaurant Award; Wildweed in Cincinnati was recognized as One to Watch; and Restaurant Pearl Morissette in Lincoln, Ontario, Canada, received the Art of Hospitality Award.
—Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Verb
What sometimes isn’t recognized is Romero’s ability to swing a bat.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
With Emily’s help translating, Tedo took us through the steps of making wine in qvevri, a process recognized by UNESCO for its cultural heritage.
—Lori Rackl, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026
He’s widely recognized as the first player to set up his own charitable foundation that, in turn, provided a playbook for other players to follow suit.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
Stories shape not only perception, but also what people believe should exist, what receives support, and whose humanity is recognized.
—Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The pumpkin orange hue is a nod to soup joumou, the traditional pumpkin soup that became a symbol of freedom after independence and in 2021 was recognized by UNESCO as part of Haiti’s cultural heritage.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Even Worthy’s mother, Nicki Jones, has recognized the growth her son has shown in his young NFL career.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2026
Berry College is recognized nationally for the quality and value of its educational experience.
—Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 30 May 2026
San Francisco’s Atelier Crenn was recognized with a Sustainable Restaurant Award; Wildweed in Cincinnati was recognized as One to Watch; and Restaurant Pearl Morissette in Lincoln, Ontario, Canada, received the Art of Hospitality Award.
—Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognized
Adjective
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While the contract is not material from a financial perspective, the MPW Board believes the significance of the contract extension is that the ongoing strategic relationship with one of the world’s most respected nuclear energy companies is material, as per the release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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The International Spirits Challenge (ISC) is one of the most rigorous and respected blind-tasting competitions in the global drinks industry.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Verb
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In an event that lasted three hours and ended with an extended standing ovation, both Democrats and Republicans stood to praise Looney as a wise colleague who understood the history of the institution of the state legislature.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
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As warming increases sea ice temperatures, the mechanical properties shift in ways that aren’t yet fully understood.—
Deena Theresa,
Interesting Engineering,
28 May 2026
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That helps explain why he was so touched to be honored with the statue that will forever stand outside Toni Stone Stadium.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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In May 2025, Nadal was honored at the French Open with a plaque commemorating his 14 wins at the tournament.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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But the clock on the 2026 season is ticking with training camp is two months away, and Malik Willis and this cast of journeymen and rookie receivers need to speed up their process if the Dolphins plan to have a respectable offense.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
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That’s a respectable, but still underwhelming by their standards, number of two-baggers.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
26 May 2026
Verb
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One of those is still the Zerwas’ house, the best home a teenage Halverson ever knew.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The Quality Paperback Book Club knew how to catch your eye.—
John Ficarra,
Washington Post,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Lloyd’s long and distinguished career as an inventor and entrepreneur included an early collaboration with Nobel Prize-winning physicist and Manhattan Project scientist Luis Alvarez at the former Radiation Laboratory, now the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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Leaf, a distinguished diplomatic fellow at the Middle East Institute, said that Middle Eastern allies of the United States recognize that Iran will likely use any money from sanctions relief to bolster its military capabilities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 May 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 World’s 50 Best Restaurants, a prestigious global dining guide curated by over 1,000 culinary experts, just revealed its top 50 restaurants in North America, with nine California picks and four Los Angeles restaurants.—
Angela Osorio,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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San Diego native and Nickel Creek band co-founder Chris Thile has been named the music director for the 2027 Ojai Music Festival, one of the classical music world’s most prestigious and consistently groundbreaking annual events.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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“Recognized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognized. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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