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 moved Manuylov to take a new course of action. Maria Williams, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025 Thus, upon the realization that Swift was sitting near them at the Globes, Cruz took it upon herself to set up a one-on-one between Spaeny and Swift. Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025 That’s when a realization hit me. Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2025 The shift in focus is being driven not only by growing consumer awareness about data threats, but also the realization that giving customers more control over their data can boost engagement, says Liu. Tom Barkley, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 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 18 Sep. 2025.

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