acknowledge
verb B2
Plain meaning
to accept that something is true or to mention where information came from
Exam-register meaning
to recognise a fact, limitation, source, or opposing view in formal writing
In context
generalShe acknowledged that she had made a mistake.
examResearchers must acknowledge the limitations of their study before drawing broad conclusions.
Common collocations
acknowledge a sourceacknowledge a problemacknowledge the limitations
Watch out
Do not use it only as a fancy word for 'thank'. In academic writing it often means 'recognise/accept'.
Word family
acknowledgement (noun)acknowledged (adjective/participle)