realization

noun

re·​al·​i·​za·​tion ˌrē-ə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: the action of realizing : the state of being realized

2

: something realized

Synonyms of realization

• accomplishment
• achievement
• fulfillment
• success

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

Recent Examples on the Web

As well as realization that everyone deserves love, empathy, and forgiveness. — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Perhaps, as that realization settled in, books about him grew less appealing. — Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026

Gartner consistently identifies data quality and governance as the top barrier to AI value realization. — Vinod Bijlani, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

As Vedder handed her the guitar, Bella immediately lit up with excitement, jumping for joy as the realization set in. — Christina Cardona, USA Today, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing realization

• come to the realization
• self-realization

Rhymes for realization

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation