Synonyms for

Realizing

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

Definition

To become aware of or understand something that was not known before

Synonyms & similar words

realise recognize actualize recognise see takein agnize bringin agnise earn substantiate pullin actualise realize clear gain understand make understanding comprehending grasping perceiving apprehending cognizing noticing acknowledging recognizing seeing sensing discerning ascertaining discovering uncovering learning

Synonyms by register

Formal

comprehending understanding recognizing perceiving

Informal

getting catching on waking up to seeing

Literary

apprehending discerning awakening to

Antonyms

ignoring disregarding forgetting unaware unconscious unmindful unrecognizing

Common collocations

  • realizing the importance
  • realizing the truth
  • realizing my mistake
  • realizing the potential
  • realizing the impact
  • realizing the problem
  • realizing the situation

Word family

noun realization
verb realize
adjective realizable
adverb realistically

Usage note

This word implies coming to understand or become aware of something, often suddenly. It is generally neutral in connotation.

Example sentences

  1. I am realizing that I forgot my lunch at home.
  2. She is realizing how much she loves her family.
  3. He is realizing that he needs to apologize for his mistake.
  4. They are realizing the importance of recycling.
  5. The teacher is realizing that her students need more help with math.

Quotes

  • Realizing that our actions, feelings and behaviour are the result of our own images and beliefs gives us the level that psychology has always needed for changing personality.
  • Realizing that you are the source of all power, you are able to take charge of your life with purpose, and create the life that you want to live.
  • Realizing that life is precious the natural tendency is to appreciate it more fully.

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