recognize
英['rek?ɡna?z]
美['r?k?ɡna?z]
- vt. 認出，識別；承認
- vi. 確認，承認；具結
英英釋意
- 1. accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority;
- "The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne"
- "We do not recognize your gods"
- 2. be fully aware or cognizant of
- 3. detect with the senses;
- "The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards"
- "I can't make out the faces in this photograph"
- 4. perceive to be the same
- 5. grant credentials to;
- "The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution"
- "recognize an academic degree"
- 6. express greetings upon meeting someone
- 7. express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for;
- "We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us"
- 8. exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate)
- 9. show approval or appreciation of;
- "My work is not recognized by anybody!"
- "The best student was recognized by the Dean"