acknowledge
Translation
to recognise, to admit, to express thanks for, to confirm receipt of
Examples
He acknowledged his mistake.
He acknowledged his mistake.
She acknowledged the applause with a smile.
She acknowledged the applause with a smile.
Please acknowledge receipt of this letter.
Please acknowledge receipt of this letter.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to admit or accept that (sth.) is true He acknowledged his mistake.
((that + clause)) to accept that (sth.) is true She acknowledged that it was her fault.
((sb./sth.)) ((as sth.)) to recognise (sb./sth.) as being a particular thing He is acknowledged as a great leader.
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Etymology
From Old English 'oncnawan' (to understand). Think of it as 'ad-' (to) + 'knowledge', meaning 'to bring to knowledge'.
Memory Tips
Think 'add knowledge'. You are adding to your knowledge that you have seen or accepted something.