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acknowledgment-based

|ac-knowl-edge-ment-based|

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/əkˈnɑːlɪdʒmənt-beɪst/

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/əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt-beɪst/

(acknowledgment)

recognition or admission

Base FormPlural
acknowledgmentacknowledgments
Etymology
Etymology Information

'acknowledgment' 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 'acknowledgment' through the influence of Old French 'acnoleger.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to recognize or admit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'acceptance of truth or existence.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to or based on acknowledgment.

The acknowledgment-based system ensures that all contributions are recognized.

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Last updated: 2025/03/01 05:38