acknowledge

verb

1. 1

   accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority

   The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne

   We do not recognize your gods

2. 2

   accept as legally binding and valid

   acknowledge the deed

3. 3

   declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

   He admitted his errors

   She acknowledged that she might have forgotten

4. 4

   express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for

   We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us

5. 5

   report the receipt of

   The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper

6. 6

   express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with

   He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway

   She acknowledged his complement with a smile