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acknowledging

adj · noun · verb · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

That acknowledges, in various sense; (especially) that notices or recognises someone or something.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

adj

Meaning 2

Expressing esteem or gratitude.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: obsolete, specifically

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3

noun

Meaning 3

The act of acknowledging something.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic

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Synonyms: acknowledgement, knowledge

Antonyms: none provided

4

verb

Meaning 4

present participle and gerund of acknowledg

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present

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5

verb

Meaning 5

present participle and gerund of acknowledge

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present

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History

Etymology

From acknowledge + -ing.

Real reading context

acknowledging in complete knowledge articles