realization
Translation
realization, understanding, achievement, fulfillment
Examples
The realization of his dream took years.
The realization of his dream took years.
There was a sudden realization of the danger.
There was a sudden realization of the danger.
Grammar Patterns
the realization of ((sth.)) the achievement of (sth.) The realization of his dream took years.
the realization that... the understanding that... The realization that he was wrong came slowly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: understanding, awareness, achievement, fulfillment
Etymology
From the verb 'realize' + the noun-forming suffix '-ation'. 'Realize' comes from 'real'.
Memory Tips
It's the 'action' (-ation) of making something 'real' or understanding what is 'real'.