Acknowledging

Pronunciation: /ækˈnɑːlɪdʒ/

Acknowledging (verb)

  1. to accept that something is true or exists
  2. to show that you have seen or noticed someone or something
  3. to express gratitude for something received

Examples

  • She finally acknowledged the mistake in the report.
  • He acknowledged that the plan was flawed from the start.

Common collocations: acknowledge a mistake, acknowledge the truth, acknowledge an achievement, acknowledge a presence, acknowledge contributions

Synonyms of Acknowledging

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Acknowledging

  • when someone deliberately avoids acknowledging something
  • when someone refuses to admit or acknowledge