regularly-recognized
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/ˈrɛɡjələrli ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪzd/
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/ˈrɛɡjʊləli ˈrɛkəɡnaɪzd/
(recognize)
able to be identified
Etymology
Etymology Information
'recognize' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'recognoscere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'cognoscere' meant 'to know.'
Historical Evolution
'recognoscere' transformed into the Old French word 'reconoistre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'recognize' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to know again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to identify or acknowledge.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
commonly or frequently acknowledged or accepted.
The artist is regularly-recognized for her contributions to modern art.
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Last updated: 2025/07/03 10:43