recognizing
Pronunciation: [ˈrɛkɒgnaɪzɪŋ]
Word
Context: “similarity”
(verb) to see or understand something because you have seen or learned about it before. It's like when you meet someone you remember, and you can say, 'Hey, I know you!'
Example
I recognized my old teacher when I saw her at the store.
Example
I didn't recognize him at all; he looked very different now.
Example
Did you recognize the song when it played on the radio?
Context: “appreciation”
(verb) to understand and value the importance or quality of something. This means you can see why something is good or special.
Example
They recognized his hard work by giving him an award.
Example
No one recognized her efforts, so she felt unappreciated.
Example
Do you think people recognize the importance of friendship?
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