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Meaning of realize in English
Pronunciation
/ˈri(ə)ˌlaɪz/
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Verb
realize
Etymology
early 17th century: from real, on the pattern of French réaliser
Definitions
1.
be fully aware or cognizant of
2.
perceive (an idea or situation) mentally
Examples
« Now I see! »
« I just can't see your point »
« Does she realize how important this decision is? »
« I don't understand the idea »
3.
make real or concrete
Examples
« give reality or substance to »
« our ideas must be substantiated into actions »
4.
earn on some commercial or business transaction
Examples
« earn as salary or wages »
« How much do you make a month in your new job? »
« She earns a lot in her new job »
« this merger brought in lots of money »
« He clears $5,000 each month »
5.
convert into cash
Examples
« of goods and property »
6.
expand or complete (a thorough-based part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass