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Synonyms & Similar Words
acceptance
recognition
appreciation
gratitude
thanks
credit
accolade
praise
admiration
approval
confirmation
validation
sanction
endorsement
ratification
affirmation
admission
confession
avowal
concession
allowance
acquiescence
consent
agreement
assent
concurrence
acknowledgment
tribute
homage
obeisance
deference
respect
esteem
veneration
reverence
honor
commendation
compliment
flattery
applause
acclamation
Meaning of acknowledgment
The act of acknowledging something, such as a fact, a situation, or a person's existence or achievements (Oxford Dictionary)
Definitions
- * A statement or expression of gratitude or appreciation, such as a thank-you note or a dedication (Merriam-Webster)
- * The act of recognizing or admitting the existence or validity of something, such as a problem or a right (Cambridge Dictionary)
Example Uses
- The company gave an acknowledgment of the employee's hard work and dedication at the annual awards ceremony.
- * The author included an acknowledgment section in the book to thank her editors and researchers.
- * The government's acknowledgment of the human rights violation was a significant step towards reconciliation.