as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
recognized experts on stem cell research
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as in understood
to have a clear idea of
finally recognized that we were hopelessly lost
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as in honored
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
an awards banquet to recognize local heroes
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Recent Examples of recognized
Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The Chinese Communist Party was recognized as the only legitimate government in China by the United Nations in 1971.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 16 Sep. 2025
Robinson was apprehended after his father recognized him in photographs released by authorities, Cox said on Friday.
—Jon Haworth, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2025
The Sagrada Família initially escaped damage; according to George Orwell, who joined a Republican faction in the conflict, the fighters seemed to have recognized its artistic value.
—D. T. Max, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
The Pitt earned 13 nods in its first season, including Outstanding Drama Series, for which Wyle is recognized as an executive producer.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
This was Wyle's sixth Emmy nomination — and his sixth time being recognized by voters for a character who lives in scrubs.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2025
His work is recognized for rejecting straight lines in favor of rounded, continuous forms and for being approachable yet full of personality.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
She is recognized for her service work teaching digital literacy to protect seniors from cybercrime.
—Time Pr, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
Last month, the federal government recognized September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
—Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The Chinese Communist Party was recognized as the only legitimate government in China by the United Nations in 1971.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 16 Sep. 2025
Robinson was apprehended after his father recognized him in photographs released by authorities, Cox said on Friday.
—Jon Haworth, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2025
The Sagrada Família initially escaped damage; according to George Orwell, who joined a Republican faction in the conflict, the fighters seemed to have recognized its artistic value.
—D. T. Max, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
The Pitt earned 13 nods in its first season, including Outstanding Drama Series, for which Wyle is recognized as an executive producer.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
This was Wyle's sixth Emmy nomination — and his sixth time being recognized by voters for a character who lives in scrubs.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2025
His work is recognized for rejecting straight lines in favor of rounded, continuous forms and for being approachable yet full of personality.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
She is recognized for her service work teaching digital literacy to protect seniors from cybercrime.
—Time Pr, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognized
Adjective
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When a respected influencer champions programs, the message reaches a wider audience and builds credibility in the ecosystem.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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And the ecosystem as a whole grows more professional, more resilient, and more respected.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Now in production, the indie feature stars Dern as steadfast patriarch Gramps, whose daughter Shay (Thompson) is a single mother navigating the ADHD diagnosis of one of her identical twin sons, who shares his medication with his brother in attempt to be understood, sparking an unforgettable summer.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
14 Sep. 2025
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Christian Siriano has always understood the art of drama.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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During the In Memoriam segment, the starry audience applauded loudly as Loni Anderson, Michelle Trachtenberg, George Wendt, John Amos and Maggie Smith were honored, and when Ozzy Osbourne, David Lynch and Quincy Jones' names appeared, the applause was particularly loud.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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The historic win at Sunday night's 2025 Emmy Awards ceremony, hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, breaks a 77-year barrier in the only acting field that had never honored a Black performer since the Emmy Awards began.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But all of that also was punctured in the last Super Bowl, when the Chiefs fell behind 34-0 before putting up some late points to make the final margin appear far more respectable than the game was.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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Duke has at least been respectable for some time.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Who knew the antidote for my incurable pixie cut envy would be a 13-second video of Kate Middleton?—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
12 Sep. 2025
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Prine’s health issues of the previous couple of decades were no secret—the throat cancer, the operation for lung cancer, and God knew what else.—
Tom Piazza
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Each year, Daniel and HFR present distinguished awards to individuals who are leading innovators in their respective fields.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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Storied military career After graduating from North Carolina A&T in 1963 with a degree in engineering physics, Joseph McNeil was commissioned as a second lieutenant through ROTC and began a distinguished Air Force career, according to his university.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The century-old competition, held every four years, is considered as prestigious as a Michelin star—and many award-winning chefs have earned both.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
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Nick grew up playing Australian Rules Football, which includes both kicking and handballing, and by his senior year of high school was playing at the Brisbane Lions Academy in the Australian Football League, the sport’s most prestigious organization.—
Grace Raynor,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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In total, 16 metrics were deciphered to rank each state under these dimensions, such as shares of children, teens and adults with different vaccinations, people without health insurance, and many others.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Those sent on the trip filmed and recorded their upcoming opponents' signs, which Stalions then deciphered.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Recognized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognized. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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