recognition
/ˌrɛkəɡˈnɪʃən/recognition
NOUNDefinition of recognition
Recognition is the act of recognizing somebody or something.
Example: The man had been dead so long, his body was beyond recognition.
Recognition of something is an acceptance of it.
Example: The group cannot continue its work without international recognition.
If someone receives recognition for the things that they have done, people say that those things are good or important.
Example: His writing has received both local and international recognition and awards.
recognition
EXAMPLESExamples of recognition
The man had been dead so long, his body was beyond recognition.
Example sentenceChildren with strong word-recognition skills tend to be strong readers.
Example sentenceThe group cannot continue its work without international recognition.
Example sentenceThere is a general recognition of the importance of religious freedom for all people.
Example sentenceHis writing has received both local and international recognition and awards.
Example sentencerecognition
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