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
Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Larry will also be recognized for contributing to the pinball community on Friday.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 16 May 2026
How will the multiple valedictorians be recognized at graduation?
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 15 May 2026
My business was recognized nationally as one of the top performing for customer service — experience no other candidate can match.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
Australia’s Yindjibarndi Ngurra Aboriginal people say a $107 million payout from a recent land title compensation ruling, which recognized damage to their cultural heritage sites, is not enough.
—Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026
The brand was recognized for its leadership in wellness at WWD’s Beauty Inc Awards late last year.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
More individuals are set to be recognized and certified as Vaseline OGs, bringing more of the community into the brand’s future.
—Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
In addition to Shasta College, Santa Rosa Junior College and Southwestern College have has also been formally recognized by the state.
—Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Verb
So, before tip-off on Friday, the team recognized Clark's accomplishment.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Larry will also be recognized for contributing to the pinball community on Friday.
—Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 16 May 2026
How will the multiple valedictorians be recognized at graduation?
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 15 May 2026
My business was recognized nationally as one of the top performing for customer service — experience no other candidate can match.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 15 May 2026
Australia’s Yindjibarndi Ngurra Aboriginal people say a $107 million payout from a recent land title compensation ruling, which recognized damage to their cultural heritage sites, is not enough.
—Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026
The brand was recognized for its leadership in wellness at WWD’s Beauty Inc Awards late last year.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
More individuals are set to be recognized and certified as Vaseline OGs, bringing more of the community into the brand’s future.
—Kian Bakhtiari, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
In addition to Shasta College, Santa Rosa Junior College and Southwestern College have has also been formally recognized by the state.
—Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognized
Adjective
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By the end of the season, with respected offensive line coach James Campen leading the development, maybe this group is in the right spot.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Doucet, who has had a long career as a respected media personality, echoed that sentiment and noted that there were small ways in which her abuser chipped at her esteem, such as convincing her that people said negative remarks about her.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2026
Verb
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The three-year varsity starter understood the assignment.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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There were people who understood and were entertained in a positive way.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Catilin Clark is just starting her third WNBA season, and she is already being honored for a big career achievement in a pregame ceremony.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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In 2025, White Snail, directed by Elsa Kremser and Levin Peter, was honored with the special jury prize and a best performance award at the Locarno Film Festival.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Any respectable Sevillian is an expert in caracoles.—
Miguel Macias,
NPR,
13 May 2026
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No respectable woman would permit such an abomination.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Being such a fan of books, the 24-year-old actor knew just how dedicated the fanbase for his new Prime Video series Off Campus would be.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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So when Morgan didn’t show up for the early shift one morning, her co-workers knew something was wrong.—
Dateline NBC,
NBC news,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Christopher Abbott, Jon Bernthal, Rose Byrne, Carrie Coon, Ayo Edebiri, Alden Ehrenreich, Luke Evans, Daniel Radcliffe, Laurie Metcalf and Lea Michele are just a sampling of the big-name performers nominated today for 2026 New York Drama League Awards in the distinguished performances category.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
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Helicopters and trailers arrived in large numbers, famous faces and a distinguished director settled in near grazing cattle, and the cameras started rolling.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The company expects a little more of an impact in its Q2, but Cook said it’s fully comprehended in the above Street outlook of 48% to 49%.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Manchester United under-18s manager watched his side suffer a 2-1 defeat by Oliver Reiss’ Manchester City in the final of the prestigious youth competition, which was the first between the two clubs since 1986.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Kids who take the spot of a potential American student to attend some of America’s most prestigious colleges, and then go back home.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2026
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“Recognized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognized. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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