Main entry: acknowledge, know, recognise, recognize
Definition: accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
Usage: The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne; We do not recognize your gods
Main entry: acknowledge
Definition: accept as legally binding and valid
Usage: acknowledge the deed
Main entry: admit, acknowledge
Definition: declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
Usage: He admitted his errors; She acknowledged that she might have forgotten
Main entry: recognise, recognize, acknowledge
Definition: express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
Usage: We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us
Main entry: acknowledge, receipt
Definition: report the receipt of
Usage: The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper
Main entry: notice, acknowledge
Definition: express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
Usage: He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway; She acknowledged his complement with a smile; it is important to acknowledge the work of others in one's own writing