Answer: recognize

AnswerCrossword Clue
RECOGNIZEAcknowledge.
RECOGNIZEAdmit.
RECOGNIZEBe able to identify
RECOGNIZEFormally acknowledge
recognizeIdentify (someone or something) from having encountered them before; know again
recognizeIdentify from knowledge of appearance or character
recognizeto identify as known or experienced before
recognizeShow official appreciation of; reward formally
recognizeOfficially regard (a qualification) as valid or proper
recognize(of a computer or other machine) Automatically identify and respond correctly to (a sound, printed character, etc.)
recognizeGrant diplomatic recognition to (a country or government)
recognize(of a person presiding at a meeting or debate) Call on (someone) to speak
recognizeAcknowledge the existence, validity, or legality of