Recognition
Noun
UK
/ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃən/
US
/ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃən/
Level: b2
Definition
The act of identifying someone or giving appreciation, respect, or official acceptance.
Example
"She received public recognition."
"His years of hard work finally earned the recognition he deserved from both his colleagues and the community."
"Facial recognition technology helps identify people by analysing their facial features."
Explanation
Recognition is the act of identifying someone or something because you have seen or known them before. It can also mean praise, respect, or appreciation for someone’s achievements, efforts, or abilities. People value recognition because it shows that their work or success has been noticed by others. The word is commonly used in education, work, law, and everyday life.