tell apart vs recognize

tell apart and recognize both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
tell apart	No	No	Yes	No
recognize	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, tell apart and recognize are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of tell apart include discern, distinguish, make out, pick out, recognise, spot.

tell apart (verb)	recognize (verb)
mark as different	perceive to be the same
detect with the senses	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
	exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)