Synonyms

acknowledged

American

[ak-nol-ijd] / ækˈnɒl ɪdʒd /

adjective

widely recognized; generally accepted.

an acknowledged authority on Chinese art.

Other Word Forms

acknowledgedly adverb
self-acknowledged adjective
unacknowledged adjective
well-acknowledged adjective

Etymology

Origin of acknowledged

First recorded in 1760–70; acknowledge + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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In reality, it is well acknowledged that there are a myriad of reasons for low sperm counts.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

While Hassett acknowledged that the near-term spike in energy prices is concerning, he sees it as a temporary disruption.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Reeves acknowledged the significant impact of the conflict on the UK as a net importer of gas, saying: "Our growth will be higher and inflation will be lower if the conflict comes to an end."

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

However, they acknowledged that persistently high oil prices could push that likelihood above 50%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Justice Thurgood Marshall acknowledged as much in his dissent in Bostick, noting “the basis of the decision to single out particular passengers during a suspicionless sweep is less likely to be inarticulable than unspeakable.”

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander

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