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acknowledgment

noun

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Meaning

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The act of accepting or admitting that something exists or is true; or a statement or action showing that you have received or noticed something.

Example Sentence

The teacher gave a brief acknowledgment of the student's excellent work on the project.

Usage Note

Used to describe the act of recognizing or admitting something, or the confirmation that something has been received, like a package or a message. It can also refer to praise or recognition for an achievement.