Acknowledge
To admit that something is true or real; to recognize the existence, validity, or status of something or someone; and to confirm receipt or awareness of something.
verbAcknowledge
To admit that something is true or real; to recognize the existence, validity, or status of something or someone; and to confirm receipt or awareness of something.
verbImagine This
Picture a student receiving a graded essay. The student smiles, signs a quick note, and says, 'I acknowledge your feedback'—recognizing the critique and accepting it as guidance for revision.
Sounds Like
uhk-NOL-ij
Looks Like
a kno[w] ledge (the word visually hints at knowledge): a-know-ledge
Remember This
Acknowledge is commonly used with receipts, recognitions, or admissions. It implies recognition or acceptance, not necessarily agreement.
Other Forms
Connect With
recognize, admit, concede, confirm, validate
Note
Don’t confuse acknowledge with deny or ignore. Acknowledge is about recognizing or admitting something or confirming receipt. Common collocations include 'acknowledge receipt of' and 'acknowledge someone's contribution.'