Synonym: acknowledgement, acknowledgment, credit, identification, realisation, realization. Similar words: cognitive, munitions, definition, recommendation, edition, reception, addition, position. Meaning: [‚rekəg'nɪʃn] 
n. 1. the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged 2. the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering 3. approval 4. coming to understand something clearly and distinctly 5. (biology) the ability of one molecule to attach to another molecule that has a complementary shape 6. the explicit and formal acknowledgement of a government or of the national independence of a country 7. an acceptance (as of a claim) as true and valid 8. designation by the chair granting a person the right to speak in a deliberative body.
n. 1. the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged 2. the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering 3. approval 4. coming to understand something clearly and distinctly 5. (biology) the ability of one molecule to attach to another molecule that has a complementary shape 6. the explicit and formal acknowledgement of a government or of the national independence of a country 7. an acceptance (as of a claim) as true and valid 8. designation by the chair granting a person the right to speak in a deliberative body. 
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61 He stared at her, but there was no sign of recognition .
62 The importance of voluntary organizations in the economy still needs to be given recognition .
63 In the recognition and support of the government, apiculture had a great development in China in recent years.
64 When she looked at me, I caught a flash of recognition in her eyes.
65 Ella complained that the company never gave her any recognition for her work.
66 They claim that signature of the peace accord did not imply recognition of the state's sovereignty.
67 I was delighted to be a nominee and to receive such a prestigious award in recognition of our company's achievements.
68 The award is being made in belated recognition of her services to the industry.
69 Chen gave her a nod of recognition across the crowded room.
70 Brazil normalised its diplomatic relations with South Africa in recognition of the steps taken to end apartheid.
71 The equipment and methods of production have improved out of all recognition .
72 Recognition by this organization can make or break a career.
73 Many of those interviewed said their job had changed beyond recognition over the past five years.
74 Twelve states have accorded de facto recognition to the new regime.
75 He finally received the recognition that he so richly deserved.
76 After 25 years the town centre had changed beyond recognition.
77 His government did not receive full recognition by Britain until July.
78 The town has altered out of all recognition since I was last here.
79 He was presented with a gold watch in recognition of his service to the company.
80 The town has changed beyond recognition since I was last here.
81 There needs to be a greater recognition of corporate crime as a social problem.
82 There is a general recognition of the urgent need for reform.
83 Aboriginal art has finally gained recognition and broken away from being labelled as "primitive" or "exotic".
84 The situation in Eastern Europe has changed out of all recognition.
85 They were the only country to argue for even token recognition of the Baltic states' independence.
86 I went back to Birmingham after 20 years and it had changed beyond all recognition.
87 You matter now - you're getting attention and recognition.
88 Laser sailing's on course for Olympic recognition.
89 But few others cry out for recognition.
90 This chapter has considered the two most natural methods of recognition used by humans - speech and writing.
More similar words: cognitive, munitions, definition, recommendation, edition, reception, addition, position, condition, tradition, coalition, additional, conditions, expedition, transition, exhibition, composition, opposition, in addition, appreciation, traditional, practitioner, acquisition, in addition to, traditionally, in all directions, economic recovery, telecommunications, magnitude, record.