recognize vs prize

prize vs recognize

recognize is not a noun while prize is a noun.

recognize is not an adjective while prize is an adjective.

recognize and prize both are verbs.

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

As verbs, prize is a hypernym of recognize; that is, prize is a word with a broader meaning than recognize:

recognize: show approval or appreciation of
prize: hold dear

Other hypernyms of recognize include appreciate, treasure, value.

recognize (noun)	prize (noun)
	something given as a token of victory
	something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
	goods or money obtained illegally

recognize (adjective)	prize (adjective)
	of superior grade

recognize (verb)	prize (verb)
perceive to be the same	regard highly; think much of
be fully aware or cognizant of	to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority	hold dear
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
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 recognize and prize

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