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acknowledgements

|ac-knowl-edge-ments|

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/əkˈnɑːlɪdʒmənts/

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/əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənts/

(acknowledgement)

expressions of gratitude

Base Form
acknowledgement
Etymology
Etymology Information

'acknowledgement' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'aknowlechen,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'knowlechen' meant 'to recognize or admit.'

Historical Evolution

'aknowlechen' transformed into the modern English word 'acknowledgement' through the influence of the prefix 'ac-' and the suffix '-ment.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to recognize or admit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressions of gratitude or recognition.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

expressions of gratitude or recognition for assistance or contributions.

The author included acknowledgements to those who helped with the research.

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Last updated: 2025/04/24 00:06