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recognize vs certify

certify vs recognize

recognize and certify both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
recognize No No Yes No
certify No No Yes No
As verbs, certify is a hypernym of recognize; that is, certify is a word with a broader meaning than recognize:
  • recognize: grant credentials to
  • certify: authorize officially
Other hypernyms of recognize include licence, license.
recognize (verb) certify (verb)
perceive to be the same provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
be fully aware or cognizant of declare legally insane
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority guarantee payment on; of checks
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for guarantee as meeting a certain standard
express greetings upon meeting someone authorize officially
detect with the senses
grant credentials to
show approval or appreciation of
exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)
Difference between recognize and certify

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