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verb

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1. To make real; to convert from the imaginary or fictitious into reality; to bring into real existence

   Example: The objectives of the project were never fully realized.

   Synonyms:accomplishactualizematerialize

2. To become aware of (a fact or situation, especially of something that has been true for a long time).

   Example: He realized that he had left his umbrella on the train.

3. To cause to seem real; to sense vividly or strongly; to make one's own in thought or experience.

4. To acquire as an actual possession; to obtain as the result of plans and efforts; to gain; to get

   Example: to realize large profits from a speculation