adj

recognized

REH-kuhg-nyzd

adj

Widely accepted or acknowledged as valid, official, or distinguished.

"He is a recognized expert in marine biology."

How to Use Recognized

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishOfficially or widely accepted as true, valid, or notable.

Common pairings

internationally recognized a recognized authority

more recognized comparative, most recognized superlative

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He is a _____ expert in marine biology.

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