acknowledgment
n. C / Un. 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.
I am waiting for an acknowledgment of my email.
The author included a heartfelt acknowledgment to her research assistants in the final pages of the book.
In legal proceedings, the formal acknowledgment of a debt can restart the statutory period during which a creditor is permitted to sue for recovery.
From acknowledge + -ment.
Uncountable when referring to the general act of admitting truth; countable when referring to a specific letter, signal, or section of a book.
I received an acknowledgeI received an acknowledgmentLearners often use the verb 'acknowledge' when the noun form 'acknowledgment' is required.