recognize vs acknowledge

acknowledge vs recognize

recognize and acknowledge both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
recognize	No	No	Yes	No
acknowledge	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, recognize and acknowledge are synonyms defined as:

recognize and acknowledge: accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority

Other synonyms of recognize include know, recognise.

As verbs, recognize and acknowledge are synonyms defined as:

recognize and acknowledge: express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for

Other synonyms of recognize include recognise.

recognize (verb)	acknowledge (verb)
perceive to be the same	accept as legally binding and valid
be fully aware or cognizant of	accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority	declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for	express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
express greetings upon meeting someone	report the receipt of
detect with the senses	express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
grant credentials to
show approval or appreciation of
exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)

Difference between recognize and acknowledge

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