realization

Other spellings

• (UK) realisation

Word parts

realize + -ation

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌriəlɪˈzeɪʃən/ or /-laɪˈzeɪʃən/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ or /ˌriə-/

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Noun

Singular realization

Plural realizations

1. (countable & uncountable) Realization is the process or result of coming to understand something clearly.

   He slowly came to the realization that she wouldn't be coming back ever again.

2. (countable & uncountable) Realization is act or result of making an idea come true.

   He did not stay around long enough to see the realization of the idea.

   The realization of the plan took several years.

Related words

• real
• realize