Recognize
9 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
To identify someone or something from previous encounters or knowledge. To acknowledge the existence, validity, or legality of something officially.
“I didn't recognize her at first with her new hairstyle.”
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American spelling with 'Z'; contains 'RECOG' opening and '-NIZE' ending
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