realization

noun

re·​al·​i·​za·​tion ˌrē-ə-lə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce realization (audio)
1
: the action of realizing : the state of being realized
2
: something realized

Examples of realization in a Sentence

There is a growing realization that changes need to be made to the coaching staff. this research paper is the realization of an entire year's work
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This realization may make war with Venezuela irresistibly affordable. Javier Corrales, Time, 27 Oct. 2025 That realization changed everything. Danielle Postel-Vinay, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025 From these revolutionary realizations, the notion of the expanding Universe was born. Big Think, 24 Oct. 2025 Indeed, throughout the world, there’s a growing realization that the way to prosperity for all nations is rejecting protectionist legislation and promoting fair and free competition. Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for realization

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of realization was circa 1611

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“Realization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/realization. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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