Synonyms for

Realisation

Verb / ˈri:lʌˈzeɪʃʌn / Another word for realisation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

recognition realization actualisation actualization fruition

Synonyms by register

Formal

recognition comprehension apprehension acknowledgment

Informal

getting it figuring out catching on waking up to

Literary

epiphany illumination awakening

Antonyms

ignorance unawareness oblivion misconception delusion disbelief

Common collocations

  • sudden realisation
  • gradual realisation
  • full realisation
  • realisation of the truth
  • realisation dawned
  • a moment of realisation
  • the realisation came

Word family

noun realisation
verb realise
adjective realisable
adverb realisingly

Usage note

Primarily British spelling; 'realization' is the American English equivalent. Refers to the act of becoming aware of something or the state of being aware.

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