Meaning of the word acknowledge in English

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acknowledge

US /əkˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/

UK /əkˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/

accept or admit the existence or truth of

Example:

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He acknowledged that he was wrong.

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She acknowledged the applause with a bow.

Synonym:

admit confess concede grant allow

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

Example:

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He didn't even acknowledge my presence.

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The driver acknowledged the pedestrian with a nod.

Synonym:

greet salute respond to react to reply to

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