Synonyms for

Recognizes

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

Definition

to identify or know someone or something from past experience or knowledge

Synonyms & similar words

realise recognize recognise acknowledge agnize agnise distinguish know realize pickout greet accredit spot discern tellapart makeout acknowledge identify distinguish discern know realize perceive understand remember recollect recollect recollect recall retrieve place locate spot

Synonyms by register

Formal

identifies perceives ascertains distinguishes

Informal

spots knows sees picks out

Literary

apprehends discerns divines

Antonyms

ignores disregards overlooks misses unfamiliar denies

Common collocations

  • recognizes the importance
  • recognizes the need
  • recognizes the signs
  • recognizes the pattern
  • recognizes the difference
  • recognizes the face
  • recognizes the voice

Word family

noun recognition
verb recognize
adjective recognizable
adverb recognizably

Usage note

This verb implies not only seeing something but also identifying it based on prior knowledge or experience. It is generally used in neutral or formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. She recognizes the smell of her grandmother's cooking.
  2. He recognizes the voice of his favorite singer on the radio.
  3. They recognize the importance of recycling to help the environment.
  4. We recognize the need for more volunteers to help with the event.
  5. The teacher recognizes the hard work of her students with a special award.

Quotes

  • The true test of leadership is how well you function in a crisis. If you're able to recognize and address problems before they become emergencies, you'll be seen as a strong leader. - Brian Tracy
  • You're a diamond, dear. They can't break you. - Unknown
  • It is only by recognizing your own powerlessness, that you can find the power to transcend it. - Eckhart Tolle

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