realized
|re-al-ized|
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/ˈriːəˌlaɪzd/
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/ˈrɪəˌlaɪzd/
(realize)
understand clearly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'realize' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'réaliser,' where 'réal' meant 'real.'
Historical Evolution
'réaliser' transformed into the English word 'realize' in the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make real or concrete,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to become fully aware of something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'realize'.
She realized the importance of the meeting.
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