S: (v) accredit, recognize, recognise (grant credentials to) "The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution"; "recognize an academic degree"
S: (v) know, cognize, cognise (be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about) "I know that the President lied to the people"; "I want to know who is winning the game!"; "I know it's time"
S: (v) acknowledge, recognize, recognise, know (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"