Dictionary Check: acknowledge
"acknowledge" is a valid word!
Scrabble
22
points
Words with Friends
26
points
Definition
verb
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
Example:
"He admitted his errors"
verb
report the receipt of
Example:
"The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper"
verb
express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
Example:
"He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway"
verb
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
Example:
"We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us"
verb
accept as legally binding and valid
Example:
"acknowledge the deed"
verb
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept their power and authority
Example:
"The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne"
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