to accept that something is true
acknowledge something She refuses to acknowledge the need for reform.
Are you prepared to acknowledge your responsibility?
acknowledge that… The government acknowledged that the tax was unfair.
acknowledge something to be, have, etc. something It is generally acknowledged to be true.
You tell him he better let you know he cares or wants you around...He doesn't respond. He doesn't care! You already knew this based on his previous actions and many unresponded to texts. You had "r.t.a." reluctance to acknowledge he aint that into you.