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Definition recognition in British English

recognition noun

noun
/ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃ(ə)n/

▪ achieve, crave, deserve, gain, receive, win

1

the ability to recognize a person or thing

Example

She looked at me without a flicker of recognition in her eyes.

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Example

His work has never gained the international recognition it deserves.

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She was awarded an honorary degree in recognition of her work in the community.

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3

agreement that something is true or important

Example

We want official recognition of the need for affordable childcare.

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Recognition of Bosnia marked a new stage in the breakup of Yugoslavia.

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Definition recognition in British English