acknowledgment — the action of accepting or admitting the existence or truth of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of accepting or admitting the existence or truth of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ækˈnɑlɪdʒmənt/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's acknowledgment that pineapple pizza is actually delicious shocked the entire company.
- I need an acknowledgment from you that you received my 47 cat photos.
- The professor's acknowledgment of her research contributions was long overdue.
acknowledgment
NOUN[/ækˈnɑlɪdʒmənt/]
the action of accepting or admitting the existence or truth of something
a smiling manager stands up and extends her hand toward a seated employee while holding a certificate. The employee rises from his chair with a surprised but pleased expression on his face. The manager nods approvingly as she formally presents the achievement award to him. The employee reaches out to accept the certificate with both hands in a respectful gesture. Other colleagues sitting around the conference table smile and clap their hands in celebration. Some lean forward to get a better view of the recognition ceremony. the action of accepting or admitting the existence or truth of someone's accomplishments
Her accomplishment gains acknowledgment through establishment!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle English 'acknowledge', itself formed from 'ac-' (to) + 'knowledge' (recognize, admit). The suffix '-ment' was added to create a noun denoting the act or result of acknowledging something officially or formally.
Breakdown
acknowledge (to recognize or admit formally) + -ment (noun-forming suffix indicating an action or result). The root 'knowledge' stems from Old English 'cnawan' (to know).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The CEO's acknowledgment that pineapple pizza is actually delicious shocked the entire company.”
“I need an acknowledgment from you that you received my 47 cat photos.”
“The professor's acknowledgment of her research contributions was long overdue.”
“Please send an acknowledgment when you receive this important document.”
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