Recognising

verb

1. To match (something or someone which one currently perceives) to a memory of some previous encounter with the same person or thing.

   "I recognised his face immediately."

2. To acknowledge the existence or legality of; to treat as valid or worthy of consideration.

   "The US and a number of EU countries are expected to recognize Kosovo on Monday."

3. (or with clause) To acknowledge or consider (as being a certain thing or having a certain quality or property).

   "I recognize that my behaviour has been unacceptable."

4. To realize or discover the nature of something; apprehend quality in.
5. To show formal appreciation of, as with an award, commendation etc.

   "His services were recognized in a testimonial."