recognize

• 动词，表示识别或辨认出某人或某物（基于之前的接触），也指承认某事的存在、真实性或合法性。

A verb used to indicate the act of identifying someone or something from previous encounters, or acknowledging the existence, validity, or legality of something.

1. Identify from previous knowledgeA2formal

   To know someone or something because you have seen, heard, or experienced them before.

   认出

   • I recognized her voice immediately on the phone.
   • He recognized the building from his childhood visits.
   • She didn't recognize him after so many years.

   同义词identifyknowplacerecallrememberspot

2. Acknowledge officiallyB1formal

   To accept that something is true, valid, or important.

   承认

   • The government recognized the new country's independence.
   • The company recognized his contributions with a special award.
   • They recognized the need for change in their policies.

   同义词acceptacknowledgeadmitallowconcedeconfirmendorsegrant

   反义词denydisavowrejectrepudiate

3. Show appreciationB1formal

   To express gratitude or admiration for someone's work or qualities.

   认可

   • The teacher recognized the student's hard work with a certificate.
   • We should recognize the efforts of all volunteers.
   • He was recognized for his bravery during the rescue.

   同义词acknowledgeapplaudappreciatecelebratecommendcredithailhonorpraisesalute

   反义词disregardignoreneglectoverlook