及物动词
1. accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
e.g. The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
We do not recognize your gods
Synonym: acknowledgerecogniseknow
2. perceive to be the same
Synonym: recognise
3. be fully aware or cognizant of
Synonym: recogniserealizerealiseagnizeagnise
4. express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
e.g. We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us
Synonym: acknowledgerecognise
5. express greetings upon meeting someone
6. detect with the senses
e.g. The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards
I can't make out the faces in this photograph
Synonym: spotrecognisedistinguishdiscernpick outmake outtell apart
7. grant credentials to
e.g. The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution
recognize an academic degree
8. show approval or appreciation of
e.g. My work is not recognized by anybody!
The best student was recognized by the Dean
Synonym: recognise
9. exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)