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
Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 Feb. 2026
He has been featured in the news and gets recognized by people in the business.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
More than $720,000 to schools and employees and recognized more than 7,800 people since 2011, the organization’s website said.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
While Bennett had more athletic ability and arm strength, Faulkner recognized the chip on his shoulder.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Fort Wayne Museum of Art The Fort Wayne Museum of Art is nationally recognized for its contemporary glass collection.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Joseph's work has been recognized nationally by the Associated Press Sports Editors and in 2022 he was named the Celeste Williams Star Sportswriter of the Year by the Texas Association of Managing Editors.
—Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 7 Feb. 2026
Multiple reporters, photographers and editors won awards that recognized their outstanding work.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 6 Feb. 2026
On one side is Phyllis Schlafly (Cate Blanchett), a conservative activist who doesn’t believe women should be legally recognized as equal to men.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Jan. 2026
Verb
The names dotting Laguna Beach’s starting lineup Friday weren’t as familiar as last season but their skill and understanding of movement leaped from the pool to be recognized.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 7 Feb. 2026
He has been featured in the news and gets recognized by people in the business.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
More than $720,000 to schools and employees and recognized more than 7,800 people since 2011, the organization’s website said.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
While Bennett had more athletic ability and arm strength, Faulkner recognized the chip on his shoulder.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Fort Wayne Museum of Art The Fort Wayne Museum of Art is nationally recognized for its contemporary glass collection.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026
Joseph's work has been recognized nationally by the Associated Press Sports Editors and in 2022 he was named the Celeste Williams Star Sportswriter of the Year by the Texas Association of Managing Editors.
—Joseph Duarte, Houston Chronicle, 7 Feb. 2026
Multiple reporters, photographers and editors won awards that recognized their outstanding work.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 6 Feb. 2026
On one side is Phyllis Schlafly (Cate Blanchett), a conservative activist who doesn’t believe women should be legally recognized as equal to men.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognized
Adjective
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In announcing D’Amaro as CEO, Disney also promoted Walden, a respected Hollywood insider, to president and chief creative officer.—
Claire Zillman,
Fortune,
7 Feb. 2026
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Fulenwider, the former dispatcher, respected Hadder.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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It must be understood that historical references to this team are like prompts on an online dating profile — not under any circumstances to be taken seriously, but a fun jumping off point.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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The complication is not well understood but appears to be the result of the virus prompting the immune system to attack a certain protein that some brain cells produce.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
5 Feb. 2026
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DeSoto High School’s football team is honored in a championship parade hosted by DeSoto for its Class 6A Division II football state championship team on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in DeSoto, Texas.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Viola Davis also honored Carter after his death.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Rice finished with a respectable 104 wRC+ and seven home runs in 106 at-bats against lefties in 2025.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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Cargo space is respectable for the class, and the hatch configuration is easier to live with day-to-day than a trunk-only sedan.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Young knew almost instantly the tracks belonged to a river otter.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
11 Feb. 2026
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Fennell knew the film hinged on the casting of Cathy and Heathcliff, two iconic literary characters who have been portrayed by a multitude of actors over the years, including Laurence Olivier, Juliette Binoche and Ralph Fiennes.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Folks rolled into the Mercury Theater, then under the management of Michael Cullen, who conveniently owned the Irish pub next door, replete with a distinguished meatloaf.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Mike McCarthy, Pittsburgh Steelers (13 points) The Steelers summoned the 62-year-old Pittsburgh native after his one-year sabbatical, and McCarthy will continue his distinguished coaching tour after leading the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys earlier in his career.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 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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For this most prestigious honor of the Those Who Excel awards, recipients have demonstrated a significant commitment to equity and student success, regularly collaborate to create positive school cultures and serve as lifelong learners who inspire the broader community, according to the ISBE.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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The Jackson Hole native won one of the most prestigious races at the Games, as the downhill is sort of like the 100-m dash at the Summer Games.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Recognized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognized. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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