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
Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
Steven Hager, writing in the Village Voice, in 1982, gave the burgeoning scene in the Bronx the reportorial treatment, widely recognized as the first major newspaper acknowledgment of the turntable innovation that was happening uptown.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
Sarver is being recognized for more than three decades of service devoted to fostering peace, inclusion, and understanding among youth and families throughout the community, according to a news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Royal fans immediately recognized the emerald choker as a favorite of Princess Diana's, who wore it many times between 1981 and 1996, perhaps most famously as a headband during a 1985 royal tour of Australia.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Sousa recognized Andreu's extensive service, which includes work as a patrol officer, in rapid response, as part of a federal task force helping the IRS, and for her efforts in social media.
—Peter D'oench, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Dunwoody welcomed both a new restaurant and a new tea room, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was recognized for its food, a local purveyor of sweet treats announced new flavors for the World Cup and more of this week’s happenings from the metro Atlanta food and dining scene.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 11 Apr. 2026
Michu was recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company The company was recently recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company, a major honor that celebrates the fastest‑growing and most innovative Australian businesses.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
More pointedly, social media addiction is not currently recognized by the American Psychiatric Association, nor included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR).
—William Proctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
Verb
Armenia was reliant on its close alliance with Russia for the first three decades of its existence, ensuring its protection against Azerbaijani attempts to take Nagorno-Karabakh, which was internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan but under the de facto control of Armenia.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
Steven Hager, writing in the Village Voice, in 1982, gave the burgeoning scene in the Bronx the reportorial treatment, widely recognized as the first major newspaper acknowledgment of the turntable innovation that was happening uptown.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
Sarver is being recognized for more than three decades of service devoted to fostering peace, inclusion, and understanding among youth and families throughout the community, according to a news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Royal fans immediately recognized the emerald choker as a favorite of Princess Diana's, who wore it many times between 1981 and 1996, perhaps most famously as a headband during a 1985 royal tour of Australia.
—Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Sousa recognized Andreu's extensive service, which includes work as a patrol officer, in rapid response, as part of a federal task force helping the IRS, and for her efforts in social media.
—Peter D'oench, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Dunwoody welcomed both a new restaurant and a new tea room, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was recognized for its food, a local purveyor of sweet treats announced new flavors for the World Cup and more of this week’s happenings from the metro Atlanta food and dining scene.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 11 Apr. 2026
Michu was recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company The company was recently recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company, a major honor that celebrates the fastest‑growing and most innovative Australian businesses.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
More pointedly, social media addiction is not currently recognized by the American Psychiatric Association, nor included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR).
—William Proctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognized
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Still in her twenties, Morisot was a respected painter, best known for her landscapes, and had been tutored by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, the influential Barbizon school painter of fluttery fields and woodlands.—
Susan Tallman,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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At the center of the expansion is Gerry Grennell, the veteran and respected performance coach who has collaborated with stars including Johnny Depp, Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Tom Cruise, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Oscar Isaac.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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According to the testimony of Raffaele Imperiale, an Italian cocaine trafficker and fellow Super Cartel member, Kinahan understood the unspoken rules of the city.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2026
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What’s more, the LA jazz scene, at least as Bellerose understood it, felt like a relic, with old clubs like The Baked Potato catering more to tourists than adventurous musicians.—
Grayson Haver Currin,
Pitchfork,
30 Apr. 2026
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Maurice and Jammy Davies honored their daughter Chelsea’s wishes and donated her liver to a Connecticut man named Patrick.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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The students were honored at a pep rally Friday and will be treated to a lunch field trip next week at a restaurant of their choosing.—
Sophie Bates,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Hawks shot 10-of-41 in Game 4, a respectable 13-of-33 in Game 3, 9-of-30 in Game 2 and 14-of-37 from deep in Game 1.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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His seven goals and 21 points this season were respectable for a now-21-year-old rookie, but Sandin-Pellikka’s value is predicated on his ability to move (and shoot) the puck.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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To a casual observer, the late-game pinch hitter stepping into the batter’s box Tuesday at Oswego East didn’t seem extraordinary, but Yorkville senior Brooke Ekwinski knew better.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The ominous buzzing of phones, the commingling of accomplishment and humiliation, the sudden pathos of cheap glass awards, the rage at their now-former CEO’s $11 million paycheck… David Frankel’s film knew exactly which buttons to push in our particular audience.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The honor of speaking at this distinguished ceremony is usually given to an eminent writer.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Apr. 2026
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Congressman David Scott moved our state forward over half a century of distinguished public service – from working to bolster farmers and rural communities to putting health care in reach for children across our state.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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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
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Valerii was recognized for his prior work in Unit 2 and earned a prestigious award.—
Lizzie Johnson,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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All concierges are members of Les Clefs d’Or, a prestigious global association.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Recognized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognized. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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