acknowledge
Translation
to admit, to recognize, to confirm receipt of, to express gratitude for
Examples
He acknowledged his mistake.
He acknowledged his mistake.
Please acknowledge receipt of this letter.
Please acknowledge receipt of this letter.
She is acknowledged as an expert.
She is acknowledged as an expert.
He acknowledged me with a nod.
He acknowledged me with a nod.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to admit (sth.) He acknowledged his mistake.
((that + clause)) to admit (that...) She acknowledged that she was wrong.
((sb./sth.)) ((as sth.)) to recognize (sb./sth.) as (sth.) He is acknowledged as the best writer.
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Etymology
From 'ac-' (a form of 'ad-', meaning 'to') and 'knowledge'. Literally, 'to add to knowledge' or 'to make known'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'adding to your knowledge' that something is true or has been received.