recognise vs recognize
Definitions
verb
- express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
- be fully aware or cognizant of
- grant credentials to
- accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
- express greetings upon meeting someone
Examples
It is recognised as a crime against humanity under international law.
I sought express instructions that I was to make this argument and the Commissioner recognises that sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander.
Only when he is on the sacrificial altar do they recognise each other.
Definitions
verb
- express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
- be fully aware or cognizant of
- grant credentials to
- accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
- express greetings upon meeting someone
Examples
They have recognized that their business depends on world of mouth, and that world of mouth is based on customer satisfaction.
Dom recognized a master tactician when he saw one.
He plays David as a charismatic rogue - someone the audience is supposed to recognize as a bit of a scoundrel, but like nevertheless.
