Ecknowledge vs. Acknowledge: What's the Difference?

Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 22, 2023
"Ecknowledge" is an incorrect spelling, while "Acknowledge" is the correct spelling, referring to recognizing or admitting the existence of something.

Which is correct: Ecknowledge or Acknowledge
How to spell Acknowledge?

Ecknowledge is Incorrect

Acknowledge is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall that "acknowledge" begins with "ack," like "attack," but with a peaceful purpose.

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Oct 22, 2023
Remember it as "a knowledge" but combined into one word.

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Oct 22, 2023
"Ecknowledge" starts with an "e," which isn't needed to recognize or admit something.

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Oct 22, 2023
Think of sending an "ack" (short for acknowledgment) in communications.

Janet White
Oct 22, 2023
Associate "acknowledge" with similar words like "acknowledgment" to maintain consistency in spelling.

Harlon Moss
Oct 22, 2023
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Ecknowledge and Acknowledge Definitions
Acknowledge
To confirm that something has been received, especially messages or documents.
The company acknowledged receipt of the application.

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Acknowledge
To recognize publicly.
The artist was acknowledged as a pioneer in her field.

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Sep 09, 2023
Acknowledge
To show that you have noticed someone by nodding or speaking.
He acknowledged my presence with a nod.

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Sep 09, 2023
Acknowledge
To admit or accept that something is true or that a situation exists.
She acknowledged her mistake.

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Acknowledge
To express gratitude for or recognition of something.
I'd like to acknowledge everyone who contributed to the project.

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Acknowledge
To admit the existence or truth of
The doctors acknowledged that the treatment had not been successful.

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Acknowledge
To express recognition of; make notice of
"When he saw me acknowledge him, he smiled as if we were dear friends" (Angela Patrinos).

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Acknowledge
To express gratitude or appreciation for or to
Acknowledged the contributions of the volunteers.
Acknowledged her editor in the preface to the book.

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Acknowledge
To report the receipt of (something) to the sender or giver
Acknowledge a letter.

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Acknowledge
(Law) To accept or certify as legally binding
Acknowledge a deed of ownership.

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Acknowledge
(transitive) To admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in
To acknowledge the being of a god

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Acknowledge
(transitive) To own or recognize in a particular quality, character or relationship; to admit the claims or authority of; to give recognition to.

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Acknowledge
(transitive) To be grateful of (e.g. a benefit or a favour)
To acknowledge a favor

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Acknowledge
(transitive) To report (the receipt of a message to its sender).
This is to acknowledge your kind invitation to participate in the upcoming debate.

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Acknowledge
(transitive) To own as genuine or valid; to assent to (a legal instrument) to give it validity; to avow or admit in legal form.

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Acknowledge
To own or admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in; as, to acknowledge the being of a God.
I acknowledge my transgressions.
For ends generally acknowledged to be good.

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Acknowledge
To own or recognize in a particular character or relationship; to admit the claims or authority of; to give recognition to.
In all thy ways acknowledge Him.
By my soul, I'll ne'er acknowledge thee.

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Acknowledge
To own with gratitude or as a benefit or an obligation; as, to acknowledge a favor, the receipt of a letter.
They his gifts acknowledged none.

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Acknowledge
To own as genuine; to assent to, as a legal instrument, to give it validity; to avow or admit in legal form; as, to acknowledge a deed.

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Acknowledge
Declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of;
He admitted his errors
She acknowledged that she might have forgotten

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Acknowledge
Report the receipt of;
The program committee acknowledged the submission of the authors of the paper

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Acknowledge
Express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with;
He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway
She acknowledged his complement with a smile
It is important to acknowledge the work of others in one's own writing

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Acknowledge
Express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for;
We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us

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Acknowledge
Accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority;
The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne
We do not recognize your gods

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FAQs
Which vowel is used before Acknowledge?
Typically, no vowel is used before "acknowledge."

Janet White
Oct 22, 2023
What is the pronunciation of Acknowledge?
"Acknowledge" is pronounced as /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/.

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Oct 22, 2023
Which preposition is used with Acknowledge?
Prepositions like "for" (acknowledge someone for their efforts) can be used.

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What is the verb form of Acknowledge?
"Acknowledge" is already in its verb form.

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What is the singular form of Acknowledge?
"Acknowledge" is a verb and doesn't have a singular or plural form.

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Oct 22, 2023
Why is it called Acknowledge?
"Acknowledge" comes from the Middle English "acknowledgen," which means to recognize or admit as true.

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Oct 22, 2023
What is the root word of Acknowledge?
The root word is the Middle English "acknowledgen."

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Which conjunction is used with Acknowledge?
Conjunctions are not specific to words, so any like "and" or "but" could follow or precede "acknowledge" depending on context.

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Is the word Acknowledge imperative?
It can be, as in "Acknowledge your mistakes."

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Oct 22, 2023
What is the opposite of Acknowledge?
The opposite could be "deny" or "ignore."

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Oct 22, 2023
Which determiner is used with Acknowledge?
As a verb, "acknowledge" does not typically use a determiner.

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Oct 22, 2023
What is the plural form of Acknowledge?
As a verb, "acknowledge" does not have a plural form.

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Oct 22, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Acknowledge?
The second syllable, "now," is stressed in "acknowledge."

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Oct 22, 2023
Is the Acknowledge term a metaphor?
"Acknowledge" itself isn't a metaphor, but it can be used in metaphorical expressions.

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Oct 22, 2023
What is another term for Acknowledge?
Another term for "Acknowledge" could be "recognize" or "admit."

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How is Acknowledge used in a sentence?
"I acknowledge the hard work you put into this project."

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Which article is used with Acknowledge?
No specific article is used with the verb "acknowledge."

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Oct 22, 2023
Is Acknowledge a negative or positive word?
"Acknowledge" is neutral; its positivity or negativity depends on context.

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Oct 22, 2023
Is Acknowledge a vowel or consonant?
"Acknowledge" is a word and contains both vowels and consonants.

Harlon Moss
Oct 22, 2023
How do we divide Acknowledge into syllables?
"Acknowledge" can be divided as ack-now-ledge.

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Oct 22, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.

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