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

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

So what possible story needs to be told about the time before Elle’s life-changing realization? — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 29 June 2026

That was huge, because Mary has had the realization that what was supposed to be a nurturing maternal force in her life had a damaging impact on her. — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 30 June 2026

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