# recognized

Pronunciation: say "REK-uhg-nyzd" /ˈɹɛkəɡnaɪzd/

## Verb

1. Simple past and past participle of recognize. — simple past and past participle of recognize
   - Simple: Simple past and past participle of recognize. Use it for the past, or after has, have, had, is, was or were.
   - _The committee recognized her contributions to the field last spring._
   - _By the time she retired, the public had recognized her as a pioneer in the field._

## Adjective

2. Generally acknowledged as notable, distinguished, or deserving of honor.
   - Simple: Known and respected by many people as important or skilled.
   - _She is a recognized authority on medieval manuscripts._
   - _The prize is reserved for a recognized expert in the discipline._

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