realization
UK: ˌrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən | US: ˌriːələˈzeɪʃən
n. the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact
n. the achievement of something desired or anticipated
n. the conversion of an asset into cash
realization = real<actual> + ize<verb suffix> + ation<noun suffix>
- real (from Latin realis, meaning "actual" or "existing")
- ize (a verb-forming suffix from Greek -izein, indicating "to make" or "to become")
- ation (a noun-forming suffix from Latin -atio, denoting "the act or process of")
Etymology Origin:
The word "realization" traces back to the Latin realis (actual) combined with the Greek-derived suffix -ize (to make) and the Latin -ation (act of). It originally meant "to make real" and evolved to signify both the process of becoming aware (mental "making real") and the conversion of abstract concepts (e.g., plans, assets) into tangible forms. The term reflects a blend of philosophical and practical uses, mirroring its dual roots in Latin and Greek.
Her realization of the truth came too late to change the outcome.
The realization of his dream took years of hard work.
The company announced the realization of its assets to pay off debts.
A sudden realization struck him during the conversation.
The project's realization required collaboration across multiple teams.