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actualization

noun

Definition of actualizationnext
as in realization
the state of being actual or complete an operatic performance that was the long-promised actualization of her musical potential

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Recent Examples of actualization Strauss notes that multiple generations residing in one household is ripe for co-actualization, the concept of enhanced growth through meaningful relationships, to thrive. — Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026 The house Wanda ended up buying in Broad Cove is an actualization of Steve’s drawing of their dream home, down to the little shed on the side. — Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026 My trip to Punta Cana will always be one of insight, kept advice, glamour, actualization—and the first sense of pride in my feminine spirit. — Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actualization
  1. realization
  2. achievement
  3. accomplishment
  4. fulfillment
  5. success
Noun
  • The urge to act quickly could be strong, but not every realization needs an immediate dramatic response.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The market appears to have come to this realization and rewarded Meta shares accordingly.
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of realization
Noun
  • Hamm also created the Harold Hamm International Prize for Biomedical Research in Diabetes, which recognizes and promotes lasting achievements in diabetes research.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2026
  • This list recognizes the women reshaping business and philanthropy — the leaders whose achievements in 2026 expanded the boundaries of influence, innovation and impact.
    — CNBC.com staff, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of achievement
Noun
  • Some trade analysts were struck by how few tangible accomplishments seemed to come from the meeting.
    — MICHELLE L. PRICE, Arkansas Online, 26 Sep. 2026
  • With the American League East title won and homefield advantage secured through the Championship Series, the Rays don’t have much to play for during the final days of the regular season besides some individual accomplishments.
    — Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of accomplishment
Noun
  • On the other will be e-commerce enablers like Shopify, whose primary relationship is with merchants, and which makes money from licensing storefront software, fulfillment services, and financing.
    — Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The system needs to know demand patterns, open orders, supplier reliability, fulfillment priorities, margin impact and any approval rules that govern the response to ensure successful automation.
    — Chris Leone, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of fulfillment
Noun
  • Opened in 2023 in the Westchester town of Harrison, this all-day cafe from sisters (and NYC natives) Charlotte and Carrie Denoyer quickly took off in part due to the runaway success of the wide-ranging menu's burger.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
  • If enough people use these tools, humans without them will have little chance of success.
    — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of success

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“Actualization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actualization. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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