recognise vs accredit

recognise and accredit both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
recognise	No	No	Yes	No
accredit	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, recognise and accredit are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of recognise include recognize.

recognise (verb)	accredit (verb)
perceive to be the same	ascribe an achievement to
be fully aware or cognizant of	grant credentials to
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority	provide or send (envoys or ambassadors) with official credentials
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
express greetings upon meeting someone
detect with the senses
grant credentials to
show approval or appreciation of