Recognition
11 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Acknowledgement or identification of something or someone previously seen, heard, or encountered. Appreciation or acclaim for achievements or qualities.
“Her contributions to science earned her international recognition and awards.”
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Contains -TION ending with repeated letters R, E, C, O appearing multiple times
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Worth 14 points; the C and G provide good scoring combinations
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