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 That epiphanic realization is the basis for Perfecth (Matador). — Jason Pettigrew, SPIN, 21 Oct. 2026 Haunted by the realization that his past isn’t complete, Torres approaches Keller at the end of the episode. — Rachel Labonte, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2026 That realization can be simultaneously motivating and alarming. — Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 This realization has helped lead to the creation of a bench with life-size statues of 19th century author Robert Louis Stevenson, his wife Fanny Stevenson and their Irish setter cocker spaniel ChuChu. — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for realization

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Noun

Those accomplishments do not disappear simply because our professional paths are diverging.

— Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2026
Passing this bill would also be a great legacy accomplishment for Speaker Johnson, Chairman Arrington, lead Republican co-sponsor Huizenga, and others.

— Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of accomplishment

Noun

Doncic has been on a scoring tear for the Lakers, his play at such a high level that even coach JJ Redick has marveled at the guard’s achievements.

— Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
Though the success of the doc represents an achievement for the form — as well as for Fielder, Oppenheim, and studio A24 — the overall picture at the box office this weekend is more mixed.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of achievement

Noun

The distribution facility communicates logistics, inventory capacity, supply chain operations, fulfillment and storage infrastructure.

— Diana Olick, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026
Just as in the film, the speed with which Wiesler starts to sympathize with the couple can feel like a stretch, a romanticized wish-fulfillment.

— Demetrios Matheou, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of fulfillment

Noun

Sara Sothern was the driving force behind her daughter’s career, channeling her own ambitions into Taylor’s success.

— Estrella Albendea Ruiz, Vanity Fair, 7 Nov. 2026
Also worth noting that only one New York football coach has had any sustained success this century—Tom Coughlin, hired with a great track record at Boston College and Jacksonville.

— Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026

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