[{"Bold_text": "verb (used with object)", "List Items": ["to admit to be real or true; recognize the existence, truth, or fact of:to acknowledge one's mistakes.Synonyms: grant , confess , concede Antonyms: disavow , disclaim , deny", "to show or express recognition or realization of:to acknowledge an acquaintance by nodding.", "to recognize the authority, validity, or claims of:The students acknowledged the authority of the student council.", "to show or express appreciation or gratitude for:to acknowledge a favor.", "to indicate or make known the receipt of:to acknowledge a letter.", "to take notice of or reply to:to acknowledge a greeting.", "Law.to confirm as binding or of legal force:to acknowledge a deed."]}]