Acknowledged

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /əkˈnɑlɪdʒd/

Definitions of acknowledged

verb to accept or admit the existence or truth of

Example Sentences

A1 She acknowledged receiving the gift.

A2 He acknowledged his mistake and apologized.

B1 The company acknowledged the importance of customer feedback.

B2 The government acknowledged the need for stricter regulations.

C1 The author's talent was acknowledged by critics worldwide.

C2 Her contributions to the field were acknowledged with a prestigious award.

adjective recognized or accepted as being valid or legitimate

Example Sentences

A1 She acknowledged my presence with a smile.

A2 The teacher acknowledged the students' hard work.

B1 The company acknowledged the mistake and offered a refund.

B2 The committee acknowledged the importance of implementing new policies.

C1 The author's talent was acknowledged by critics worldwide.

C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research was acknowledged with a prestigious award.

Examples of acknowledged in a Sentence

formal The company acknowledged receipt of the complaint and is investigating the matter.

informal She acknowledged that she was running late and apologized for keeping us waiting.

slang He finally acknowledged that he was wrong, but it took him long enough.

figurative The artist's work acknowledged the influence of classical painters while still maintaining a modern style.

Grammatical Forms of acknowledged

past tense

acknowledged

plural

acknowledge

comparative

more acknowledged

superlative

most acknowledged

present tense

acknowledge

future tense

will acknowledge

perfect tense

have acknowledged

continuous tense

is acknowledging

singular

acknowledge

positive degree

acknowledge

infinitive

to acknowledge

gerund

acknowledging

participle

acknowledging

Origin and Evolution of acknowledged

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'acknowledge' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'oncnawan' meaning to recognize or admit the existence of something.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'acknowledge' has evolved to not only mean recognizing or admitting something but also to show appreciation or gratitude for something received or experienced.