ACKNOWLEDGING
(verb, noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Acknowledging.
Acknowledging - as a verb
Declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
Example: "He admitted his errors"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
admit8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adjudge17declare10hold8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Report the receipt of
Example: "The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
receipt11Express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with
Example: "He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
notice8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
react7respond10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
Example: "We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
recognise12recognize21Hypernyms (Closely Related)
give thanksthank12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Accept as legally binding and valid
Example: "Acknowledge the deed"
Accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
Example: "The crown prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
know11recognise12recognize21Acknowledging - as a noun
The act of acknowledging something.
Acknowledging - as an adjective
That acknowledges, in various sense; (especially) that notices or recognises someone or something.
(specifically) expressing esteem or gratitude.
Example Sentences
"He nodded, acknowledging her presence in the room."
"The company sent an email acknowledging receipt of the complaint."
"She raised her hand, acknowledging the teacher's question."
"He wrote a thank-you note, acknowledging the gift he had received."
"The court ruling was a way of acknowledging the defendant's innocence."
Word Game Points
Is ACKNOWLEDGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, acknowledging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ACKNOWLEDGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 25.
Is ACKNOWLEDGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, acknowledging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordACKNOWLEDGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 31.
Is ACKNOWLEDGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, acknowledging is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordACKNOWLEDGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 28.
