REALIZATION Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

realization

noun

ˌrē-ə-lə-ˈzā-shən

Definition of realization

as in accomplishment

the state of being actual or complete this research paper is the realization of an entire year's work

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Recent Examples of realization Other key findings include the realization that a consumer’s mindset predicts loyalty better than demographics. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026 Scorpio October 23 – November 21 A quiet realization could explain why something at home has felt unsettled. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2026 Despite this realization, Davidson has Scottie this time around for the anniversary of his dad’s death. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2026 Episodes ran six days a week over the summer, and while NBCU employed the typical algorithmic tools to try to keep viewers engaged with other programming, execs soon had a realization. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for realization

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Noun

Budge said some of her proudest accomplishments during her time on the council include Mather Veterans Village, the Sacramento region’s first permanent supportive housing development for homeless and disabled veterans.

— Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Being in the playoffs should feel like an accomplishment, but winning a series would be even more impressive.

— David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of accomplishment

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

Simon Yeh Simon Yeh chose purpose over a traditional corporate path, finding fulfillment in serving neighbors at a food closet.

— The Sacramento Bee staff, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Here, Hendrikx plays anthropologist to a culture that compels each of us—whether a rider or not—to find our own vehicle for fulfillment, then take it to redline.

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of fulfillment

Noun

Every dollar poured in weaves the technology’s success and the US economy tighter and tighter together.

— Yerbol Orynbayev, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2026
During an onstage conversation earlier in the week following a Los Angeles screening of Digger, Cruise discussed his pursuit of success throughout his career after having started in the business at a young age.

— Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of success

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