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- pronunciation:
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- Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act of realizing that one knows someone or something.
Whenever he saw his former owner, the dog wagged his tail in recognition.- similar words:
- acceptance, credit, honor, identification, praise, realization, recall
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| definition 2: |
the condition of being recognized in this way.
He wore dark glasses to avoid recognition.- similar words:
- discovery, identification
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| definition 3: |
notice or approval.
She received recognition from the school for her high grades.- similar words:
- acknowledgment, credit, tribute
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| definition 4: |
acceptance that something is true or real.
The prisoners demanded recognition of their rights.- similar words:
- acceptance, acknowledgment, admission, concession, consideration
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| related words: |
acceptance, concession, gratitude, honor, praise |
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