realisation
UK: ˌrɪə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən | US: ˌriː.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən
n. the act of becoming aware of or understanding something clearly
n. the achievement of something desired or anticipated
n. the conversion of an asset into cash
The word "realisation" stems from the French "réalisation," which itself derives from the Latin "realis" (meaning "actual" or "existing"). The morpheme "real" preserves its core meaning of "actual," while the suffix "-isation" (from Latin "-izatio") transforms the verb "realise" into a noun denoting the process or result of making something real or understood. The word evolved in English to emphasize both cognitive awareness ("becoming aware") and tangible fulfillment ("achievement").
Her realisation of the truth came too late to change the outcome.
The realisation of his lifelong dream brought him immense joy.
The company announced the realisation of its assets to pay off debts.
A sudden realisation struck her during the conversation.
The project's successful realisation required teamwork and dedication.