Realized - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Realized means to become fully aware of something or to achieve something desired. It can also refer to converting an asset into cash. Example: She realized her dream of becoming a doctor.
Definition:
Became fully aware of something as a fact; achieved something desired or anticipated.
Synonyms:
Recognized, understood, discovered, acknowledged
Part of Speech:
Verb (past tense)
Antonyms:
Ignored, overlooked
Common Collocations:
Realized a dream, realized the truth, realized potential, realized mistake
Derivatives:
Realization, realizing, realizable
Usage Tips:
Use "realized" to describe becoming aware of something or achieving a goal in the past.
Common Phrases:
Realized too late, realized a dream come true, realized the error of one's ways
Etymology:
From Old French *realiser*, based on Latin *realis* ("actual"), from *res* ("thing").
Examples:
- 1. She suddenly realized she had left her keys at home.
- 2. He realized his dream of becoming a doctor last year.
- 3. They realized the importance of teamwork after the project failed.
- 4. I never realized how much I missed her until she was gone.