Question

the band instant impact participated in a local talent show. they didnt win, but they received recognition from the event leader for their impressive performance. she called them onto the stage and congratulated them for being the youngest musicians in the event. the band members were excited about getting positive attention. complete the sentence with the word that has a similar meaning to recognition. they didnt win, but they received ? from the event leader for their impressive performance.

Explanation:

"Recognition" here means being noticed and acknowledged for their good - performance. A synonym for it could be "acknowledgment" which also implies being recognized or noticed for something.

Answer:

acknowledgment