realise
Translation
to realise, to understand, to achieve
Examples
I didn't realise you were here.
I didn't realise you were here.
She realised her dream of travelling.
She realised her dream of travelling.
Grammar Patterns
((that ...)) to understand or become aware (that...) I suddenly realised that I was late.
((sth.)) to achieve (sth.) He realised his ambition to be a doctor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: understand, comprehend, achieve, accomplish
Etymology
From 'real' + '-ise' (verb suffix). Literally 'to make real'.
Memory Tips
When you 'realise' something, it becomes 'real' to you.