Definitions for "recognise"
express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for; "We must acknowledge the kindness she showed towards us"
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"
detect with the senses; "The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards"; "I can't make out the faces in this photograph"
Keywords:  cognizant, aware, fully
be fully aware or cognizant of
show approval or appreciation of; "My work is not recognized by anybody!"; "The best student was recognized by the Dean"
grant credentials to; "The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution"; "recognize an academic degree"
Keywords:  perceive
perceive to be the same
express greetings upon meeting someone