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recollect vs recognise

recognise vs recollect

recollect and recognise both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
recollect No No Yes No
recognise No No Yes No
As verbs, recognise is a hyponym of recollect; that is, recognise is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than recollect:
  • recollect: recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
  • recognise: perceive to be the same
Other hyponyms of recollect include know, recognize, brush up, refresh, review.
recollect (verb) recognise (verb)
recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection perceive to be the same
be fully aware or cognizant of
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
express greetings upon meeting someone
detect with the senses
grant credentials to
show approval or appreciation of
Difference between recollect and recognise

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