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acknowledgment

n. C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ækˈnɑɫɪdʒmənt// UK //ɐknˈɒlɪdʒmənt// ac·knowl·edg·ment

n. the act of showing that you have received something or that you agree something is true. It is also a way to thank people who helped you in a book or project.

n. the act of admitting the existence or truth of something, or a sign that a message or gift has been received. Often refers to a formal statement of thanks or a technical signal in data transmission.


SIMPLE

I am waiting for an acknowledgment of my email.

CONTEXTUAL

The author included a heartfelt acknowledgment to her research assistants in the final pages of the book.

COMPLEX

In legal proceedings, the formal acknowledgment of a debt can restart the statutory period during which a creditor is permitted to sue for recovery.

Synonyms
Origin

From acknowledge + -ment.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the general act of admitting truth; countable when referring to a specific letter, signal, or section of a book.

Pitfall

I received an acknowledgeI received an acknowledgmentLearners often use the verb 'acknowledge' when the noun form 'acknowledgment' is required.

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