B1verbformalacademic
US/əkˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/
UK/əkˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/
to accept or admit that something is true or exists
In context
We must acknowledge that exams do not measure every kind of talent.
The minister acknowledged the problem but offered no clear solution.
Her research is widely acknowledged as the best study on the topic.
Words that go with acknowledge
verb + noun
- acknowledge the factWe should acknowledge the fact that not every child learns the same way.
- acknowledge the importanceSchools now acknowledge the importance of mental health.
- fail to acknowledgeThe report fails to acknowledge the role of family income.
adverb + verb
- widely acknowledgedIt is widely acknowledged that reading improves vocabulary.
- openly acknowledgeFew leaders openly acknowledge their mistakes.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We must acknowledge about the problem.Correct: We must acknowledge the problem.