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1.                 From WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006):
                   
   
   
                   
                     
   recognized
       adj 1: generally approved or compelling recognition; "several
              accepted techniques for treating the condition"; "his
              recognized superiority in this kind of work" [syn:
              accepted, recognized, recognised]
       2: provided with a secure reputation; "a recognized authority"
          [syn: recognized, recognised]