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Recognises

Verb / ˈrekʌˌgnaɪzɪz / Another word for recognises — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Recognises is the British spelling of the word 'recognizes'. It means to identify someone or something from previous encounters or knowledge.

Synonyms & similar words

accredit recognise tellapart greet distinguish pickout acknowledge discern agnise recognize realize spot realise agnize know makeout identifies acknowledges notices remembers spots distinguishes discerns perceives recalls knows realizes understands grasps sees catches detects determines establishes

Example sentences

  1. The teacher recognises the hard work of her students.
  2. I easily recognise my mother's voice over the phone.
  3. The police officer recognises the suspect from previous crimes.
  4. The dog recognises his owner's smell.
  5. She recognises the importance of taking breaks during work.

Quotes

  • The best way to recognise a winner is to look for a person who never gives up on something they believe in. - Bear Grylls
  • The true worth of a race must be measured by the character of its runner. - Jesse Owens
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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