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appreciate vs recognize

recognize vs appreciate

appreciate and recognize both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
appreciate No No Yes No
recognize No No Yes No
As verbs, recognize is a hypernym of appreciate; that is, recognize is a word with a broader meaning than appreciate:
  • appreciate: recognize with gratitude; be grateful for
  • recognize: express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
Other hypernyms of appreciate include acknowledge, recognise.
As verbs, recognize is a hyponym of appreciate; that is, recognize is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than appreciate:
  • appreciate: hold dear
  • recognize: show approval or appreciation of
Other hyponyms of appreciate include do justice, recognise.
appreciate (verb) recognize (verb)
gain in value perceive to be the same
increase the value of be fully aware or cognizant of
be fully aware of; realize fully accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
recognize with gratitude; be grateful for express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
hold dear express greetings upon meeting someone
detect with the senses
grant credentials to
show approval or appreciation of
exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)
Difference between appreciate and recognize

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