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 Perhaps, as that realization settled in, books about him grew less appealing. — Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026 Gartner consistently identifies data quality and governance as the top barrier to AI value realization. — Vinod Bijlani, Forbes.com, 1 July 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 There is also, again, the disquieting realization that four Justices were willing to change the meaning of birthright citizenship, albeit to different degrees, and for varying reasons. — Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for realization

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Noun

But even after a lifetime of effort to push this country forward, his story, vision and accomplishments are still just being acknowledged.

— Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Due to the difficulty of the greens, that feels like a major accomplishment.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of accomplishment

Noun

The Oscar-winning actor will receive the Golden Lion lifetime achievement award at the 83rd annual Venice Film Festival.

— Hanna Rantala, USA Today, 6 July 2026
That’s a major achievement for the local industry, which has been held back by limited distribution channels, fragmented networks, and a lack of market-ready skills.

— Jenny Vaughan, semafor.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of achievement

Noun

There’s also no substitute for the sense of control, purpose, and fulfillment that comes from creating and executing a vision.

— Naveen Jain, Fortune, 9 July 2026
Pickup in-store, online assortment, faster fulfillment, advertising and its Walmart+ service change what Walmart means to more affluent households.

— Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of fulfillment

Noun

Strong internal relationships, institutional credibility, leadership opportunities, and career growth often come more easily inside organizations where people know your value and are invested in your success.

— Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 7 July 2026
While the administration lost its bid this week to do away with birthright citizenship by executive order, its strategy has, in large part, been a success.

— Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

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