recognized
- 01 A2 Elementary
v.to know who someone is or what something is because you have seen or heard them before.
v.to identify a person or thing from previous encounter or knowledge.
Simple“I recognized my old school friend immediately, even though we hadn't met in years.”
In context“The witness recognized the suspect from a photograph shown during the initial police investigation, despite the passage of several months since the incident.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
v.to officially accept that something is real, true, or legal.
v.to acknowledge the existence, validity, or legality of something in an official capacity.
Simple“The government finally recognized the small island as an independent country.”
In context“The university recognized the professional qualifications obtained abroad, allowing the candidate to bypass several introductory modules in the master's programme.”
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to give someone praise or an award for the good work they have done.
v.to show official appreciation or reward for a person's contribution or achievement.
Simple“She was recognized for her thirty years of service to the local hospital.”
In context“The committee recognized his groundbreaking research in molecular biology by awarding him the prestigious annual science prize.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
adj.known by many people or officially respected as being good or important.
adj.widely known, acknowledged, or respected for a particular quality or achievement.
Simple“He is a recognized expert in the field of ancient history.”
In context“As a recognized authority on international maritime law, her testimony was considered pivotal to the outcome of the tribunal.”
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