acknowledge

US /əkˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/
UK /əkˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/
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1.

accept or admit the existence or truth of

:
He acknowledged that he was wrong.
She acknowledged the applause with a bow.
2.

show that one has noticed or recognized (someone or something) by an act, gesture, or remark

:
He didn't even acknowledge my presence.
The driver acknowledged the pedestrian with a nod.