verb
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
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- He admitted his errors
- She acknowledged that she might have forgotten
verb
report the receipt of
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- The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper
verb
express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
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- He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway
- She acknowledged his complement with a smile
- it is important to acknowledge the work of others in one's own writing
verb
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
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- We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us
verb
accept as legally binding and valid
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- acknowledge the deed
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accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
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- The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
- We do not recognize your gods