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

The growing interest in quietcations reflects a broader realization that well-being isn't restored by cramming more experiences into a vacation. —Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026

As well as realization that everyone deserves love, empathy, and forgiveness. —Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026

When the time came to prepare for my own wedding, that was the realization that kept me from becoming a total wreck. —Bobby Finger june 16, Literary Hub, 16 June 2026

Searching for the key realization, Wembanyama found it among the mistakes, from his poor shot choices, to his struggles establishing post position and attacking the rack, to the pass fired into a teammate’s back. —Jared Weiss, New York Times, 14 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