recognize
//ˈrekəɡnaɪz//
Verb
recognizeInfinitive
recognizePresent tense
recognizedPast tense
recognizedPast participle
recognizingPresent participle
recognizesThird-person singular
1
to identify someone or something that you have seen, heard, or experienced before
I didn't recognize him at first because he had grown a beard.
2
to accept or acknowledge officially that something exists or is valid
The government recognized the new country as an independent nation.
3
to show appreciation or approval for someone's achievements or qualities
The company recognized her hard work with a promotion.