recognize vs realize

realize vs recognize

recognize and realize both are verbs.

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

As verbs, recognize and realize are synonyms defined as:

recognize and realize: be fully aware or cognizant of

Other synonyms of recognize include agnise, agnize, realise, recognise.

recognize (verb)	realize (verb)
perceive to be the same	perceive (an idea or situation) mentally
be fully aware or cognizant of	be fully aware or cognizant of
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority	make real or concrete; give reality or substance to
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for	expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass
express greetings upon meeting someone	convert into cash; of goods and property
detect with the senses	earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages
grant credentials to
show approval or appreciation of
exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)

Difference between recognize and realize

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