Acknowledge
11 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To accept or admit the existence, truth, or validity of something, or to show recognition of or appreciation for someone or something. Can also mean to confirm receipt of something.
“The company was quick to acknowledge the error and issue a public apology.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ækˈnɑl.ɪʤ/
Syllables
ac·knowl·edge
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Wordle
Contains the challenging ACKN- opening; watch for the -EDGE ending
Scrabble
Worth 21 points; valuable with high-scoring K (5 points)
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