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recognize

The word “recognize” has 3 syllables: rec-og-nize

It's pronounced as /ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪz/

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In the thesaurus, “recognize” has 61 synonyms and 33 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for recognize along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for recognize

Antonyms for recognize

Meanings of recognize

  • verb
    1. To match (something or someone which one currently perceives) to a memory of some previous encounter with the same person or thing.
    2. To acknowledge the existence or legality of; to treat as valid or worthy of consideration.
    3. (or with clause) To acknowledge or consider (as being a certain thing or having a certain quality or property).
    4. To realize or discover the nature of something; apprehend quality in.
    5. To show formal appreciation of, as with an award, commendation etc.
    6. To review; to examine again.
    7. To reconnoiter.
    8. To have the property to bind to specific antigens.
    9. To cognize again.

Example Sentences

  • I recognize his voice immediately.
  • The award aims to recognize outstanding achievements.
  • Children quickly recognize familiar faces.
  • The company failed to recognize the risks involved.
  • We should recognize the efforts of volunteers.

On this page you'll find 94 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to recognize, such as: absorb, acclaim, acknowledge, applaud, appreciate, apprehend, assimilate.

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